The Pit (1914)

Novice businessman Curtis Jadwin is introduced to the world of grain speculation by veteran broker Charles Cressler. At a performance of Faust, Curtis meets and falls in love with Laura Dearborn, the sweetheart of artist Sheldon Corthell. Curtis pursues Laura and finally convinces her to marry him, but soon after their wedding, he neglects her for his business. In her loneliness, Laura renews her relationship with Sheldon and the lovers plan to elope. When Curtis is ruined on the market, however, Laura rejects her lover and comforts her husband.

Director: Maurice Tourneur
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 50 min
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Production: William A. Brady Picture Plays
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en

Keywords

lost film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Pit about?
Novice businessman Curtis Jadwin is introduced to the world of grain speculation by veteran broker Charles Cressler. At a performance of Faust, Curtis meets and falls in love with Laura Dearborn, the sweetheart of artist Sheldon Corthell. Curtis pursues Laura and finally convinces her to marry him, but soon after their wedding, he neglects her for his business. In her loneliness, Laura renews her relationship with Sheldon and the lovers plan to elope. When Curtis is ruined on the market, however, Laura rejects her lover and comforts her husband.
Who directed The Pit?
The Pit was directed by Maurice Tourneur.
Who stars in The Pit?
The Pit stars Wilton Lackaye, Chester Barnett, Milton Sills, Alec B. Francis, Julia Stuart, J. Gunnis Davis.
How long is The Pit?
The Pit has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
What genre is The Pit?
The Pit is a Drama film.
Where was The Pit produced?
The Pit was produced in United States of America.