Maker of Men
Maker of Men
Bob Dudley (Richard Cromwell) and his father, famous football coach Jack Dudley (Jack Holt), do not see eye-to-eye, and Bob chooses to play football at a rival college. Bob is injured while scoring the winning touchdown against his father's team--and they are reconciled.
Mister Arn reviewedJune 25, 2025
“Maker of Men” is a college football drama that tackles themes of discipline, masculinity, and personal growth, but handles them with a heavy hand. Its view of manhood, rooted in 1930s ideals, equates strength with emotional restraint and self-worth with athletic success. While it doesn't stand up as a compelling film today, it serves as a time capsule, offering insight into the cultural values and expectations of its era.