A Temporary Truce
Originally released in 1912. A Temporary Truce is a action/western film. directed by D.W. Griffith. At just 18 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Charles Hill Mailes, Claire McDowell, and Blanche Sweet
Synopsis
A Mexican is thrown out of a bar by a young prospector and swears to get even. Later, he kidnaps the prospector's wife. In the meantime, a group of drunkards shoot and kill an old Indian; The son, a brave, vows revenge and asks the tribal chief for help. When the Indians attack both prospector and Mexican, these two make a temporary truce and join forces against the common enemy.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 10, 1912
113 years ago
Runtime
0h 18m
18 minutes total
User Rating
4.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Charles Hill Mailes
as Mexican Jim
Claire McDowell
as Mexican Jim's Wife
Blanche Sweet
as Alice Hardy - the Prospector's Wife
W. Chrystie Miller
as The Murdered Indian / Indian on Street
Robert Harron
as The Murdered Indian's Son
Mae Marsh
as A Murdered Settler (uncredited)
Alfred Paget
as A Drunken Cutthroat / An Indian / Among Rescuers (uncredited)
Jack Pickford
as An Indian (uncredited)
Charles Gorman
as Jack Hardy - the Prospector
Frank Opperman
as The Indian Chief / A Drunken Cutthroat / Bartender (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Mutoscope & Biograph
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Temporary Truce about?
A Mexican is thrown out of a bar by a young prospector and swears to get even. Later, he kidnaps the prospector's wife. In the meantime, a group of drunkards shoot and kill an old Indian; The son, ...
Who directed A Temporary Truce?
A Temporary Truce was directed by D.W. Griffith.
How long is A Temporary Truce?
A Temporary Truce has a runtime of 0 hours and 18 minutes (18 minutes total).
When was A Temporary Truce released?
A Temporary Truce was released on June 10, 1912 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Temporary Truce?
The main cast of A Temporary Truce includes Charles Hill Mailes, Claire McDowell, Blanche Sweet, W. Chrystie Miller, Robert Harron.