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One sheet movie poster for
Son of Lassie, a 1945 American Technicolor adventure film produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM). A direct sequel to the 1943 hit Lassie Come Home, it follows the wartime adventures of an adult Joe Carraclough and his dog, Laddie.
Plot Overview
Set during World War II, Joe Carraclough joins the Royal Air Force (RAF) and is eventually stationed at a bomber base. His loyal dog, Laddie (Lassie's son), stows away on Joe's plane during a dangerous mission over Nazi-occupied Norway. After their plane is hit by enemy fire and they are forced to parachute out, Joe and Laddie must navigate the treacherous, enemy-controlled landscape to find their way back to safety.
Cast and Crew
The film features a mix of returning and new cast members:
Peter Lawford: Stars as the adult Joe Carraclough, a role originally played by Roddy McDowall.
June Lockhart: Plays Priscilla, Joe's sweetheart, taking over the role from Elizabeth Taylor.
Donald Crisp: Reprises his role as Sam Carraclough, Joe's father.
Nigel Bruce: Returns as the Duke of Rudling.
Pal: The original dog from Lassie Come Home, who plays both Lassie and her son, Laddie, in this film.
Director: S. Sylvan Simon.
Notable Facts
Technicolor Milestone: It was the first movie filmed using the Technicolor monopack method.
Filming Locations: Although set in Norway and England, much of the film was shot on location in western Canada, including Banff National Park, as well as Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Musical Score: The score, composed by Herbert Stothart, incorporates themes from the famous Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg, specifically from his Piano Concerto and Peer Gynt Suite. |
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