Under the Daisies (1913)

A critic, John Mears, retreats to the countryside to recover his health and learns of a legacy tied to his bachelorhood. There, he meets and falls in love with Viola, the daughter of a local farmer. Over time, Mears' broken promises and neglect lead to Viola's heartbreak. As she struggles with her emotions, a tragic event unfolds, and her heartfelt writing finds its way into the hands of playwright Robert Burton. Inspired by her story, Burton creates a successful play, unknowingly drawing from Viola’s pain. Mears, upon recognizing the truth behind the play, is left to confront the consequences of his actions.

Director: Van Dyke Brooke
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 18 min
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Production: Vitagraph Company of America
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Under the Daisies about?
A critic, John Mears, retreats to the countryside to recover his health and learns of a legacy tied to his bachelorhood. There, he meets and falls in love with Viola, the daughter of a local farmer. Over time, Mears' broken promises and neglect lead to Viola's heartbreak. As she struggles with her emotions, a tragic event unfolds, and her heartfelt writing finds its way into the hands of playwright Robert Burton. Inspired by her story, Burton creates a successful play, unknowingly drawing from Viola’s pain. Mears, upon recognizing the truth behind the play, is left to confront the consequences of his actions.
Who directed Under the Daisies?
Under the Daisies was directed by Van Dyke Brooke.
Who stars in Under the Daisies?
Under the Daisies stars Norma Talmadge, Van Dyke Brooke, Leo Delaney, Harry Northrup, Charles Eldridge.
How long is Under the Daisies?
Under the Daisies has a runtime of 18m (18 minutes).
What genre is Under the Daisies?
Under the Daisies is a Drama film.
Where was Under the Daisies produced?
Under the Daisies was produced in United States of America.