The Cloister’s Touch (1910)
A peasant family comprising the father, mother and little boy child are happy in their own sphere until one day several courtiers of a hunting party stopped at the humble home for refreshments. The men are particularly struck with the beauty of the young wife, and as their Duke is in the depths of boredom they suggest carrying her off to court. However, they think it best to first consult the Duke, who in the extreme of ennui, is most agreeable to the plans. Hence, the poor wife is torn from her husband and child and taken to court to be made a lady by the Duke.
Director: D.W. Griffith
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 11 min
Release Date: January 31, 1910
Cast
- Henry B. Walthall - The Father
- Marion Leonard - Elsa - the Mother
- Arthur V. Johnson - The Duke
- Kate Bruce - The Old Woman
- Linda Arvidson
- Edith Haldeman - The Child
Screenplay
Production: Biograph Company
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
medieval times
More Films by Director: D.W. Griffith
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Cloister’s Touch about?
- A peasant family comprising the father, mother and little boy child are happy in their own sphere until one day several courtiers of a hunting party stopped at the humble home for refreshments. The men are particularly struck with the beauty of the young wife, and as their Duke is in the depths of boredom they suggest carrying her off to court. However, they think it best to first consult the Duke, who in the extreme of ennui, is most agreeable to the plans. Hence, the poor wife is torn from her husband and child and taken to court to be made a lady by the Duke.
- Who directed The Cloister’s Touch?
- The Cloister’s Touch was directed by D.W. Griffith.
- Who stars in The Cloister’s Touch?
- The Cloister’s Touch stars Henry B. Walthall, Marion Leonard, Arthur V. Johnson, Kate Bruce, Linda Arvidson, Edith Haldeman.
- How long is The Cloister’s Touch?
- The Cloister’s Touch has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
- What genre is The Cloister’s Touch?
- The Cloister’s Touch is a Drama film.
- Where was The Cloister’s Touch produced?
- The Cloister’s Touch was produced in United States of America.