The film “Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies” is from the year 1973 and explores the life of a 1920s stunt flyer and his son during their journey. Directed by John Erman and written by Claudia Salter and Steven Spielberg, it features Cliff Robertson, Eric Shea, and Pamela Franklin in the lead roles. In this piece, we will discuss the filming locations, dates, and interesting aspects related to the production of the movie.
Where it Filmed?
“Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies” was shot in Mount Hope, Kansas, USA. The movie was filmed during Jul 26, 1971.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Cliff Robertson | Ace Eli Walford |
| Eric Shea | Rodger Walford |
| Pamela Franklin | Shelby |
| Rosemary Murphy | Hannah |
| Bernadette Peters | Allison |
| Alice Ghostley | Sister Lite |
| Kelly Jean Peters | Rachel |
| Don Keefer | Mr. Parsons |
| Patricia Smith | Mrs. Wilma Walford |
| Royal Dano | Jake |
| Robert Hamm | Dumb Dickie |
| Herb Gatlin | Frank Savage |
| Arthur Malet | Brother Watson |
| Hope Summers | Laura |
| Jim Boles | Abraham |
| Lew Brown | Harrison |
| Brent Hurst | Jeffrey |
| Jan Simms | Mrs. Parsons |
| Rodger Peck | Leroy |
| Claudia Bryar | Ann |
| Dixie Lee | Mrs. Harrison |
| Felicity Van Runkle | Linette |
| Pat O’Connor | Brother Foster |
| Bill Quinn | Mortician |
| Jerry Ayres | Gambler |
| Hubert Brotten | Sheriff |
| Gary L. Clothier | Charlie |
| Penny Metropulos | Bride |
| John O’Connell | Groom |
| Joel Fluellen | Handyman (uncredited) |
| Larry K. Staten | Tommy (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The Film is a drama that runs for 1 hour and 32 minutes.
- It was released on 01 Apr 1973 in the USA.
- John Erman, credited as Bill Sampson, served as the director.
- Claudia Salter and Steven Spielberg are the writers of the film.
- Featured actors include Cliff Robertson as Ace Eli Walford, Eric Shea as Rodger Walford, and Pamela Franklin as Shelby.
- James Cresson and Robert Fryer were the producers of the film.
- David M. Walsh was the director of photography.
- The film used a crew of 7 user reviewers and 7 critics.
- Director John Erman goes by the alias Bill Sampson for this film.
- DeLuxe Laboratories handled the color of the film.
- The movie was made under the jurisdiction of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE).
- The film was shot in Panavision.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Mount Hope, Kansas, USA
- Latitude: 37.8686224
- Longitude: -97.665047
- Place ID: ChIJ_89zSkcuu4cRNLE1yvI1Ypo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Mt Hope, KS 67108, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
