7th Heaven is a 1927 American synchronized sound romantic drama directed by Frank Borzage, and starring Janet Gaynor and Charles Farrell. While the film has no audible dialogue, it was released with a
Theatrical release poster
Lobby card with Janet Gaynor and Charles Farrell
The 1st Academy Awards ceremony, presented by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences and hosted by AMPAS president Douglas Fairbanks, honored the best films from August 1, 1927, to July 31, 1
7th Heaven (1927 film)
…a major studio. It was among the first three films to be nominated for the Academy Award for Best Picture (then called "Outstanding Picture") at the 1st Academy Awards held on May 16, 1929. Janet Gaynor won the first Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance in the film (she also won for her performances in…
The first Academy Awards ceremony (pictured) was held at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel.
Members of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) in 1929. Janet Gaynor (center) holds her statuette for Best Actress.
Frank Borzage, Best Directing (Dramatic Picture) winner
Lewis Milestone, Best Directing (Comedic Picture) winner