On the Reef (1910)

Grace Wallace was the only child of a widow of decidedly meager means. Mr. Rupert Howland, a widower of considerable wealth, the father of a girl child, and an old friend of the family, often surreptitiously helped them. He dearly loved the young girl, but it was only at the death-bed of Mrs. Wallace that he really showed it. The poor woman at the point of death realized the helplessness of those she was leaving behind, her own aged parents and her daughter Grace. To assure their future she begged Grace to marry their dear friend, and Grace, touched by the man's goodness and her mother's condition, consented. Not content with the promise, she asked that the marriage take place at once by her bedside, and the wish was granted. Poor Grace struggled hard to love the dear old man, but while she admired and respected him, and was profoundly grateful for his kindness, she could not love him.

Director: D.W. Griffith
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 11 min
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Production: Biograph Company
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en

Keywords

marriage of convenience, lost film

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is On the Reef about?
Grace Wallace was the only child of a widow of decidedly meager means. Mr. Rupert Howland, a widower of considerable wealth, the father of a girl child, and an old friend of the family, often surreptitiously helped them. He dearly loved the young girl, but it was only at the death-bed of Mrs. Wallace that he really showed it. The poor woman at the point of death realized the helplessness of those she was leaving behind, her own aged parents and her daughter Grace. To assure their future she begged Grace to marry their dear friend, and Grace, touched by the man's goodness and her mother's condition, consented. Not content with the promise, she asked that the marriage take place at once by her bedside, and the wish was granted. Poor Grace struggled hard to love the dear old man, but while she admired and respected him, and was profoundly grateful for his kindness, she could not love him.
Who directed On the Reef?
On the Reef was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in On the Reef?
On the Reef stars Verner Clarges, Gladys Egan, Marion Leonard, Henry B. Walthall, W. Chrystie Miller, Adolph Lestina.
How long is On the Reef?
On the Reef has a runtime of 11m (11 minutes).
What genre is On the Reef?
On the Reef is a Drama film.
Where was On the Reef produced?
On the Reef was produced in United States of America.