Movie Description

The Arrival of Perpetua

The Arrival of Perpetua

(1915)

Overview

Perpetua is a rich little orphan with a kind but absent-minded dreamer of a guardian, Thaddeus, who is very much older than herself. Perpetua wants to live in Thaddeus's house but instead is sent to her eccentric animal loving Aunt's, Miss Majerdie. Unhappy Perpetua runs away to Thaddeus’s. He endures her for a time and finally ships her back to his Aunt Majerdie's. Pursued by several suitors whose ardor cools when the rumor goes round that she is penniless. Her wealth having intimidated him before Thaddeus steps in now and declares his love for her.

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Facts

Original TitleThe Arrival of Perpetua

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1915-03-29

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 00h 50m

Production CompaniesShubert Film Corporation

Genres

  • Comedy