A String of Pearls
Originally released in 1912. A String of Pearls is a drama film. directed by D.W. Griffith. At just 18 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dorothy Bernard, Charles West, and Kate Bruce
Synopsis
A story about a poor young man who falls ill, while his wealthy employer ignores his plight and instead spends lavishly on a pearl necklace for his wife. The poor man recovers with the help of his community, while the rich wife falls ill and dies, the necklace ultimately proving useless
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 7, 1912
113 years ago
Runtime
0h 18m
18 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Dorothy Bernard
as The Poor Woman
Charles West
as The Poor Woman's Brother - the Neurasthenic Worker
Kate Bruce
as The Poor Woman's Mother
Blanche Sweet
as The Brother's Sweetheart
J. Jiquel Lanoe
as The Italian Shoemaker
Claire McDowell
as The Italian Shoemaker's Wife
Ynez Seabury
as The Italian Shoemaker's Daughter
Edward Dillon
as The Sour Neighbor
Kate Toncray
as The Sour Neighbor's Wife
Robert Harron
as The Neighbor with Unbuttoned Cuffs
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Biograph Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A String of Pearls about?
A story about a poor young man who falls ill, while his wealthy employer ignores his plight and instead spends lavishly on a pearl necklace for his wife. The poor man recovers with the help of his ...
Who directed A String of Pearls?
A String of Pearls was directed by D.W. Griffith.
How long is A String of Pearls?
A String of Pearls has a runtime of 0 hours and 18 minutes (18 minutes total).
When was A String of Pearls released?
A String of Pearls was released on March 7, 1912 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A String of Pearls?
The main cast of A String of Pearls includes Dorothy Bernard, Charles West, Kate Bruce, Blanche Sweet, J. Jiquel Lanoe.