Daybreak (1918)
Edith Frome (Stevens) finds it impossible to live with her alcoholic husband Arthur (L ‘Estrange), and finally leaves him. After three years she returns but leaves each evening, returning late arousing the suspicion of her husband. Having her followed he soon learns that she visits a child. Suspecting the worst because of her friendship with Dr. David Brett (Phillips), he institutes divorce proceedings. Edith confesses the truth about the child and Arthur, realizing his folly, swears off liquor and they are reunited.
Director: Albert Capellani
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: January 7, 1918
Cast
- Emily Stevens - Edith Frome
- Augustus Phillips - Dr. David Brett
- Evelyn Brent - Det. Alma Peterson
- Julian L'Estrange - Arthur Frome
- Herman Lieb - Herbert Rankin
- Francis Joyner - Carl Peterson
- Joseph Daly - Otway
- Evelyn Axzell - Meta Thompson
Screenplay
- Albert Capellani (Screenplay)
- Jane Murfin (Theatre Play)
- June Mathis (Screenplay)
- Jane Cowl (Theatre Play)
Production: Metro Pictures Corporation
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Themes
Addiction and Recovery
Keywords
alcoholism, lost film, hidden child
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Daybreak about?
- Edith Frome (Stevens) finds it impossible to live with her alcoholic husband Arthur (L ‘Estrange), and finally leaves him. After three years she returns but leaves each evening, returning late arousing the suspicion of her husband. Having her followed he soon learns that she visits a child. Suspecting the worst because of her friendship with Dr. David Brett (Phillips), he institutes divorce proceedings. Edith confesses the truth about the child and Arthur, realizing his folly, swears off liquor and they are reunited.
- Who directed Daybreak?
- Daybreak was directed by Albert Capellani.
- Who stars in Daybreak?
- Daybreak stars Emily Stevens, Augustus Phillips, Evelyn Brent, Julian L'Estrange, Herman Lieb, Francis Joyner.
- How long is Daybreak?
- Daybreak has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is Daybreak?
- Daybreak is a Drama film.
- Where was Daybreak produced?
- Daybreak was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Daybreak?
- The themes of Daybreak include: Addiction and Recovery.