Money Mad (1908)
The central figure is an old miser, a Harpagon of sorts, who, like Frosine, stashes his ill-gotten money in a secret cellar. While the miser is at the bank, exchanging stolen notes for gold coin, a couple of thugs witness the transaction and see their opportunity-- It seems avarice grips the hearts of all those who'd possess the bag.
Director: D.W. Griffith
Genre: Crime, Drama
Runtime: 9 min
Release Date: December 4, 1908
Cast
- Charles Inslee - The Miser
- George Gebhardt - Second Villain
- Arthur V. Johnson - Bank Clerk
- Florence Lawrence - Bank Customer / Landlady
- Jeanie Macpherson - Bank Customer
- Mack Sennett - Man on the Street
- Harry Solter - First Villain
Screenplay
Cinematography: Billy Bitzer
Production: American Mutoscope & Biograph
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
silent film, short film
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Money Mad about?
- The central figure is an old miser, a Harpagon of sorts, who, like Frosine, stashes his ill-gotten money in a secret cellar. While the miser is at the bank, exchanging stolen notes for gold coin, a couple of thugs witness the transaction and see their opportunity-- It seems avarice grips the hearts of all those who'd possess the bag.
- Who directed Money Mad?
- Money Mad was directed by D.W. Griffith.
- Who stars in Money Mad?
- Money Mad stars Charles Inslee, George Gebhardt, Arthur V. Johnson, Florence Lawrence, Jeanie Macpherson, Mack Sennett.
- How long is Money Mad?
- Money Mad has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
- What genre is Money Mad?
- Money Mad is a Crime, Drama film.
- Where was Money Mad produced?
- Money Mad was produced in United States of America.