The read
It runs a compact 50m.
Synopsis
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.
Ratings
TMDB9/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Albert CapellaniScreenplay
- June MathisScreenplay
- Albert CapellaniDirector
Cast
- Emily StevensEdith Frome
- Augustus PhillipsDr. David Brett
- Evelyn BrentDet. Alma Peterson
- Julian L'EstrangeArthur Frome
- Herman LiebHerbert Rankin
- Francis JoynerCarl Peterson
- Joseph DalyOtway
- Evelyn AxzellMeta Thompson
Themes
alcoholismlost filmhidden child