The Dark Silence (1916)
In Paris Mildred White becomes romantically involved with both Derwent Ainsworth and Dr. Mario Martinez. She prefers Derwent, but when he leaves suddenly to see his dying father, Mario convinces Mildred that he has deserted her. World War I begins, Derwent returns for Mildred, but upon learning that she is leaving Paris with Mario, he enlists in the army. Mildred, learning of Mario's deception joins the Red Cross to be near Derwent. When he is blinded in battle unbeknownst to him Mildred assumes his care. Their love renewed, though he is unaware of her identity, the two soon marry. Mildred then prevails upon Mario to perform a special operation on Derwent's eyes. His vision restored the pair restate their love.
Director: Albert Capellani
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: September 25, 1916
Cast
- Clara Kimball Young - Mildred White
- Paul Capellani - Dr. Mario Martinez
- Barbara Gilroy - Sibil Ainsworth
- Edward Langford - Derwent Ainsworth
- Jessie Lewis - Fifine
- Joseph M. Attie
Screenplay
- Paul West (Story)
Production: Peerless Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
lost film
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Dark Silence about?
- In Paris Mildred White becomes romantically involved with both Derwent Ainsworth and Dr. Mario Martinez. She prefers Derwent, but when he leaves suddenly to see his dying father, Mario convinces Mildred that he has deserted her. World War I begins, Derwent returns for Mildred, but upon learning that she is leaving Paris with Mario, he enlists in the army. Mildred, learning of Mario's deception joins the Red Cross to be near Derwent. When he is blinded in battle unbeknownst to him Mildred assumes his care. Their love renewed, though he is unaware of her identity, the two soon marry. Mildred then prevails upon Mario to perform a special operation on Derwent's eyes. His vision restored the pair restate their love.
- Who directed The Dark Silence?
- The Dark Silence was directed by Albert Capellani.
- Who stars in The Dark Silence?
- The Dark Silence stars Clara Kimball Young, Paul Capellani, Barbara Gilroy, Edward Langford, Jessie Lewis, Joseph M. Attie.
- How long is The Dark Silence?
- The Dark Silence has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is The Dark Silence?
- The Dark Silence is a Drama film.
- Where was The Dark Silence produced?
- The Dark Silence was produced in United States of America.