Broken Ties (1918)
West Indian born Corinne La Force, who is biracial, is raised by Henry Hasbrook after her father's death. Corinne loves Hasbrook's nephew, Arnold Curtis. When Hasbrook tries to prevent the match because of her heritage she murders him. Arnold is arrested though Marcia Fleming, a married woman who is Arnold’s mistress and her mother-in-law fall under suspicion. Defending Arnold John Fleming discovers the affair and renounces his wife. Arnold is about to confess in hopes of saving Marcia's reputation when Corinne admits her guilt and stabs herself.
Director: Arthur Ashley
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: February 18, 1918
Cast
- June Elvidge - Marcia Fleming
- Montagu Love - John Fleming
- Arthur Ashley - Arnold Curtis
- Alec B. Francis - Henry Hasbrook
- Kate Lester - Mrs. Fleminng
- Arthur Matthews - Mr. La Force
- Pinna Nesbit - Corinne La Force
- Frances Miller - Mammy Liza
Screenplay
- Woodbridge Clapp (Story)
Cinematography: Jacques Montéran
Production: World Film
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
lost film
More Films by Director: Arthur Ashley
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Broken Ties about?
- West Indian born Corinne La Force, who is biracial, is raised by Henry Hasbrook after her father's death. Corinne loves Hasbrook's nephew, Arnold Curtis. When Hasbrook tries to prevent the match because of her heritage she murders him. Arnold is arrested though Marcia Fleming, a married woman who is Arnold’s mistress and her mother-in-law fall under suspicion. Defending Arnold John Fleming discovers the affair and renounces his wife. Arnold is about to confess in hopes of saving Marcia's reputation when Corinne admits her guilt and stabs herself.
- Who directed Broken Ties?
- Broken Ties was directed by Arthur Ashley.
- Who stars in Broken Ties?
- Broken Ties stars June Elvidge, Montagu Love, Arthur Ashley, Alec B. Francis, Kate Lester, Arthur Matthews.
- How long is Broken Ties?
- Broken Ties has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is Broken Ties?
- Broken Ties is a Drama film.
- Where was Broken Ties produced?
- Broken Ties was produced in United States of America.