The Parasite (1925)

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Arthur Randall becomes prosperous after divorcing his wife, Laura, and she now attempts unsuccessfully to win him back. Randall's son becomes ill, and he engages Joan Laird and her mother to care for the boy. Society misunderstands, and Joan is branded as a parasite. Laura kidnaps the boy, Bertie, and Joan gives chase. Laura's car goes over a cliff, and she is killed. Bertie survives the crash, however, and he and Joan attempt to find their way to a refuge. They become lost in the hills, and Joan manages to keep Bertie from dying until rescue comes.

Director: Louis J. Gasnier
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 60 min
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Cinematography: Joseph Goodrich
Production: B.P. Schulberg Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Louis J. Gasnier
More Films in Genre: Drama

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Parasite about?
Arthur Randall becomes prosperous after divorcing his wife, Laura, and she now attempts unsuccessfully to win him back. Randall's son becomes ill, and he engages Joan Laird and her mother to care for the boy. Society misunderstands, and Joan is branded as a parasite. Laura kidnaps the boy, Bertie, and Joan gives chase. Laura's car goes over a cliff, and she is killed. Bertie survives the crash, however, and he and Joan attempt to find their way to a refuge. They become lost in the hills, and Joan manages to keep Bertie from dying until rescue comes.
Who directed The Parasite?
The Parasite was directed by Louis J. Gasnier.
Who stars in The Parasite?
The Parasite stars Owen Moore, Madge Bellamy, Bryant Washburn, Mary Carr, Lilyan Tashman, Bruce Guerin.
How long is The Parasite?
The Parasite has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
What genre is The Parasite?
The Parasite is a Drama film.
Where was The Parasite produced?
The Parasite was produced in United States of America.