This Earth is Mine is an engrossing film from 1959. The narrative focuses around the locations where it was filmed and the various roles played by the actors. Several intriguing backstage facts and details surround this film, leaving fans eager to learn more.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was filmed in various locations, starting on September 2, 1958. Noteworthy filming spots included Christian Brothers Vineyards and Beaulieu Vineyards which are both located in Napa Valley, California, as well as Universal Studios in Universal City, California. Additional filming took place at Beringer Vineyards, St. Helena, and Cella Vineyards, both in Napa Valley, California.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Rock Hudson | John Rambeau |
| Jean Simmons | Elizabeth Rambeau |
| Dorothy McGuire | Martha Fairon |
| Claude Rains | Philippe Rambeau |
| Kent Smith | Francis Fairon |
| Anna Lee | Charlotte Rambeau |
| Ken Scott | Luigi Griffanti |
| Augusta Merighi | Mrs. Griffanti |
| Francis Bethencourt | Andre Swann |
| Stacy Graham | Monica |
| Peter Chong | Chu |
| Geraldine Wall | Maria |
| Alberto Morin | Petucci |
| Penny Santon | Mrs. Petucci |
| Jack Mather | Nelson Dietrick |
| Ben Astar | Yakowitz |
| Lawrence Ung | David–Chauffeur |
| Don Cornell | Title Song Singer (voice) |
| Lionel Ames | Nate Forster (uncredited) |
| Ray Beltram | Grower (uncredited) |
| Nina Borget | Minor Role (uncredited) |
| George Bruggeman | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) |
| Helen Bruno | Minor Role (uncredited) |
| Seraphime Davidoff | Minor Role (uncredited) |
| Adonis De Milo | Mamoulian (uncredited) |
| Gino DeAgustino | Porter (uncredited) |
| George DeNormand | Ronald Fairon (uncredited) |
| Jean Blake Fleming | Suzanne (uncredited) |
| Herschel Graham | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) |
| Michael Jeffers | Waiter (uncredited) |
| Paul King | Waiter (uncredited) |
| Karyn Kupcinet | Clarissa Smith (uncredited) |
| Perk Lazelle | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) |
| Caryl Lincoln | Minor Role (uncredited) |
| Alexander Lockwood | Dr. Regis (uncredited) |
| Leota Lorraine | Party Guest (uncredited) |
| Torben Meyer | Hugo (uncredited) |
| Sol Murgi | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) |
| Thomas Murray | Minor Role (uncredited) |
| Emma Palmese | Party Guest (uncredited) |
| Emory Parnell | Berke (uncredited) |
| Josephine Parra | Juanita (uncredited) |
| Jose Portugal | Grower (uncredited) |
| Janelle Richards | Cousin (uncredited) |
| Bernard Sell | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) |
| Stephen Soldi | Grower (uncredited) |
| Paul Stathes | Grower (uncredited) |
| Bert Stevens | Minor Role (uncredited) |
| Ethel Sway | Minor Role (uncredited) |
| Philip Tonge | Dr. Albert Stone (uncredited) |
| Cecil Weston | Rambeau Friend (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- This Earth Is Mine was a drama and romance film, first released on July 17, 1959 in Denmark.
- Set during prohibition, the storyline follows Elizabeth Rambeau who migrates from England to join her vineyard owning family in California.
- Directed by Henry King, the film spans two hours and four minutes, and boasts a crew including Alice Tisdale Hobart and Casey Robinson as writers.
- The cast includes famous stars like Rock Hudson, Jean Simmons, Dorothy McGuire and a host of others.
- This Earth Is Mine has won one award and one nomination.
- The film brings the California winemaking industry of the 1930s to life with its enactment of wealth, prohibition, and relationship dynamics.
- In the box office, the film reportedly had an estimated budget of $3,500,000.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Christian Brothers Vineyards – 4401 Redwood Road, Napa, Napa Valley, California, USA
- Latitude: 38.336726
- Longitude: -122.388781
- Place ID: ChIJ-eniAkaqhYARTIfQYh8X_6U
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 4401 Redwood Rd, Napa, CA 94558, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Universal Studios – 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1370713
- Longitude: -118.3533061
- Place ID: ChIJzzgyJU–woARcZqceSdQ3dM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Beaulieu Vineyards – 1960 St. Helena Parkway, Rutherford, Napa Valley, California, USA
- Latitude: 38.4601072
- Longitude: -122.4232892
- Place ID: ChIJ0e1m6ZhWhIARconrG7F2Uys
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 1960 St Helena Hwy, Rutherford, CA 94573, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Beringer Vineyards – 2000 Main Street, St. Helena, Napa Valley, California, USA
- Latitude: 38.5111235
- Longitude: -122.4808592
- Place ID: ChIJvRzLRZ1QhIARSN64p_jjT48
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 2000 Main St, St Helena, CA 94574, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Cella Vineyards, Napa Valley, California, USA
- Latitude: 38.5024689
- Longitude: -122.2653887
- Place ID: ChIJMU8qI_lPhIARfMUQoxvSFP4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Napa County, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
