The read
It runs a compact 17m.
Synopsis
A potentially violent patient in an insane asylum is calmed when he hears a nurse playing the piano. But shortly afterwards he breaks free, eludes his pursuers, and acquires a gun. He soon comes to a house where a young wife is home alone, and there is a tense confrontation.
Ratings
IMDb6.1/10
13 audience votes
Key crew
- Jere F. LooneyWriter
- D.W. GriffithDirector
Cast
- Lionel BarrymoreThe Doctor
- Charles Hill MailesThe Lunatic (The Unfortunate Patient)
- Claire McDowellThe Doctor's Wife
- Lillian GishThe Nurse
- Robert HarronAsylum Guard
- Christy CabanneAttack Victim
- William ElmerAsylum Guard
Stills
Themes
short film