Movie Description
The Whirlpool of Destiny
(1916)Overview
George Bell, a wild young man, lives with his rancher father, Thomas Bell, in Paradise Valley, California. When George sells his father's favorite horse, Mr. Bell turns him out, and George becomes a grain salesman in St. Louis. Meanwhile, Polly Martin lives with her father Bill, an ex-businessman who has sunk to day-labor because of his addiction to alcohol. Bill frequently abuses Polly, and when he falls to his death from a high girder, Polly becomes a nurse in the Salvation Army in St. Louis. George falls in love with Polly after he saves her from the advances of a drunk, but she will not marry him because of his wild past.
Featured Crew
Cast
William Martin
Polly Martin
Thomas Bell
George Bell
Davidson
Mother Giles
Tom Scott
'Babe' Morris (as Marjorie Blinn)
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Facts
Original TitleThe Whirlpool of Destiny
Status Released
Release Information
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1916-09-10
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 00h 50m
Production CompaniesUniversal Film Manufacturing Company,Red Feather Photoplays
Genres
- Drama
