A Slave to Drink (1909)
Illustrates a man's struggle to overcome an inherited love for drink. Although yet a young man, the enemy of his family had already sunk its claws firmly upon James Grant. A man of superior intelligence, his habits hold him down to the lot of a common laborer in a small saw mill on the St. Johns River. About two years before the opening of the picture he had met and fallen in love with Jenny, the daughter of a small farmer, living near the saw mill. Under the influence of her great love he has succeeded in throwing off the burden of his hereditary desires. For three months he has not touched a drop of liquor.
Director: Sidney Olcott
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 11 min
Release Date: December 31, 1909
Cast
- Gene Gauntier - Jenny
- J.J. Clark - James Grant
Screenplay
Production: Kalem Company
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
Themes
Addiction and Recovery
Keywords
alcoholism
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Slave to Drink about?
- Illustrates a man's struggle to overcome an inherited love for drink. Although yet a young man, the enemy of his family had already sunk its claws firmly upon James Grant. A man of superior intelligence, his habits hold him down to the lot of a common laborer in a small saw mill on the St. Johns River. About two years before the opening of the picture he had met and fallen in love with Jenny, the daughter of a small farmer, living near the saw mill. Under the influence of her great love he has succeeded in throwing off the burden of his hereditary desires. For three months he has not touched a drop of liquor.
- Who directed A Slave to Drink?
- A Slave to Drink was directed by Sidney Olcott.
- Who stars in A Slave to Drink?
- A Slave to Drink stars Gene Gauntier, J.J. Clark.
- How long is A Slave to Drink?
- A Slave to Drink has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
- What genre is A Slave to Drink?
- A Slave to Drink is a Drama film.
- Where was A Slave to Drink produced?
- A Slave to Drink was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of A Slave to Drink?
- The themes of A Slave to Drink include: Addiction and Recovery.