Movie Description
The Crisis
(1916)Overview
Stephen Brice, a young lawyer in Civil War-era St. Louis, falls in love with Virginia Carvel, the daughter of his benefactor. But she is loyal to the South and Brice is committed to Lincoln's cause. In the course of the war, their convictions separate them, and Virginia becomes engaged to her cousin Clarence Colfax, a Confederate officer. Brice becomes an officer under General Sherman, and eventually finds himself faced with the captured Colfax, facing execution for spying. Brice must decide whether or not to intercede in his rival's behalf.
Featured Crew
- Director : Colin Campbell
- Producer : William Nicholas Selig
- Cast : George Fawcett,Matt Snyder,Bessie Eyton,Tom Santschi
Cast
Judge Silas Whipple
Col. Comyn Carvel
Virginia Carvel
Stephen Brice
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Facts
Original TitleThe Crisis
Status Released
Release Information
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1916-12-21
Original Language
Runtime 01h 28m
Production CompaniesSelig Polyscope Company
Genres
- Drama
- History
- War
