Overview
Elliot Bobo was taken from his alcoholic father's home, given a small cardboard suitcase, and put on board an "orphan train" bound for Arkansas. Bobo never saw his father again. He was one of tens of thousands of neglected and orphaned children who over a 75-year period were uprooted from the city and sent by train to farming communities to start new lives with new families. Elliot Bobo's remarkable story is part of The Orphan Trains.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed The Orphan Trains?
The Orphan Trains was directed by Janet GrahamEdward Gray.
Where was The Orphan Trains produced?
It was produced by companies including GBH, WGBH Educational Foundation (US) in Unknown Countries.
The Orphan Trains Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of The Orphan Trains wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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