The Mystic Hour (1917)
Guido, an artist, is obsessed with the desire for the death of Clavering, a rich man who has entered into a forced marriage with Margaret, the girl whom Guido loves. The thought accompanies him in his work, his sleep and fills his every moment. One night, he awakens from a dream in which he has murdered Clavering. The next morning, Clavering is found murdered and Guido labors under the uncanny feeling that he is the murderer. Hoping to relieve Guido's fears, Margaret induces him to paint the picture of his dream. Clavering's butler sees the painting of his dead master, and is so horror stricken that he confesses to murdering Clavering for his money.
Director: Richard Ridgely
Genre: Mystery
Runtime: 55 min
Release Date: May 17, 1917
Cast
- Alma Hanlon - Margaret
- Charles Hutchison - Guido
- John St. Polis - Clavering
- Florence Short - Rene
- Helen Strickland - Mrs. Corland Buchanan
Screenplay
- Agnes Fletcher Bain (Story)
- Fred Rath (Scenario Writer)
Cinematography: George W. Lane
Production: Apollo Pictures
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
lost film
More Films by Director: Richard Ridgely
More Films in Genre: Mystery
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Mystic Hour about?
- Guido, an artist, is obsessed with the desire for the death of Clavering, a rich man who has entered into a forced marriage with Margaret, the girl whom Guido loves. The thought accompanies him in his work, his sleep and fills his every moment. One night, he awakens from a dream in which he has murdered Clavering. The next morning, Clavering is found murdered and Guido labors under the uncanny feeling that he is the murderer. Hoping to relieve Guido's fears, Margaret induces him to paint the picture of his dream. Clavering's butler sees the painting of his dead master, and is so horror stricken that he confesses to murdering Clavering for his money.
- Who directed The Mystic Hour?
- The Mystic Hour was directed by Richard Ridgely.
- Who stars in The Mystic Hour?
- The Mystic Hour stars Alma Hanlon, Charles Hutchison, John St. Polis, Florence Short, Helen Strickland.
- How long is The Mystic Hour?
- The Mystic Hour has a runtime of 55m (55 minutes).
- What genre is The Mystic Hour?
- The Mystic Hour is a Mystery film.
- Where was The Mystic Hour produced?
- The Mystic Hour was produced in United States of America.