Green Fields

About This Movie

Green Fields is a 1937 comedy and romance film that marks a significant moment in the Golden Age of Yiddish cinema. Directed by Edgar G. Ulmer, the film is based on Peretz Hirshbein's classic play and features a cast including Michael Gorrin and Helen Beverly.

Green Fields is a somewhat elusive title within the Yiddish film market, with few surviving prints making it a curiosity for collectors. Its scarcity is compounded by the lack of information about the director, which only adds to its mystique. The film has periodically surfaced in niche festivals celebrating Yiddish cinema, drawing interest from collectors keen on exploring the genre’s rich history. As a piece from the late 1930s, it represents a transitional period in cinematic storytelling that resonates with both cultural significance and artistic exploration.