Movie Description
The Cross in the Desert
(1914)Overview
Sam Higgins, a grocery clerk, sends his invalid wife, her mother, and their baby to Arizona, hoping the desert climate will improve her failing health. The family rents a cottage owned by John Hecker, a stern railroad superintendent. However, they soon find themselves unable to pay the rent. Hecker threatens them with eviction, demanding they pay immediately or leave the premises. Desperate, they write to Sam for help. The film concludes with Sam attempting to secure the funds to save his family from being stranded in the desert.
Featured Crew
- Director : Walter Edwards
- Producer : Thomas H. Ince
- Cast : Walter Edwards,Jerome Storm,Leona Hutton,Fanny Midgley,Roy Laidlaw
Cast
'Big Jim' Dougherty
Sam Higgins
Mary Higgins
Mary's Mother
John Hecker
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Facts
Original TitleThe Cross in the Desert
Status Released
Release Information
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1914-11-25
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 00h 20m
Production CompaniesBroncho Film Company
Genres
- Drama
