The Broken Violin
Originally released in 1923. The Broken Violin is a drama film. directed by John Francis Dillon. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Warren Cook, Reed Howes, and Sydney Deane
Synopsis
Elderly Jeremy Ellsworth decides to settle his fortune on John and Beatrice, the children of his disinherited son. He sends a message for them to come live with him. Beatrice arrives safely, but James Gault, Ellsworth's secretary, intercepts the letter to John and engages Phil Carter to pose as the heir. Lumber camp foreman John hears of the plot and heads to the Ellsworth home to squash it but is overpowered by thugs who also kidnap Beatrice. Escaping his captors, John rescues his sister from a speedboat with the aid of a hydroplane and finds love with Beatrice's governess.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 10, 1923
102 years ago
Runtime
1h 0m
60 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Atlantic Features
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Broken Violin about?
Elderly Jeremy Ellsworth decides to settle his fortune on John and Beatrice, the children of his disinherited son. He sends a message for them to come live with him. Beatrice arrives safely, but Ja...
Who directed The Broken Violin?
The Broken Violin was directed by John Francis Dillon.
How long is The Broken Violin?
The Broken Violin has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was The Broken Violin released?
The Broken Violin was released on May 10, 1923 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Broken Violin?
The main cast of The Broken Violin includes Warren Cook, Reed Howes, Sydney Deane, Dorothy Mackaill, Gladden James.