An Unseen Enemy
"TRAGEDY AND TORMENT...INNOCENCE ASSAILED...An Exceptional Photoplay"
Originally released in 1912. An Unseen Enemy is a drama film. directed by D.W. Griffith. At just 16 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lillian Gish, Dorothy Gish, and Robert Harron
Synopsis
The physician's death orphans his two adolescent daughters. Their older brother is able to convert some of the doctor's small estate to cash. But it is late in the day, and with the banks closed he stores the money in his father's household safe. The slatternly housekeeper, aware of the money, enlists a criminal acquaintance to crack the safe. She attempts to get into the adjacent room where the sisters tremble in fear, but finds that the door is locked. The drunken housekeeper menaces them by brandishing a gun through a hole in the wall.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 9, 1912
113 years ago
Runtime
0h 16m
16 minutes total
User Rating
5.6/10
Mixed (29 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Lillian Gish
as Eldest Sister
Dorothy Gish
as Youngest Sister
Robert Harron
as The Boyfriend
Elmer Booth
as The Brother
Grace Henderson
as The Maid
Harry Carey
as The Safecracker
Adolph Lestina
as In Boardinghouse (uncredited)
Walter Miller
as The Brother's Friend (uncredited)
Antonio Moreno
as On Bridge (uncredited)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Mutoscope & Biograph
Frequently Asked Questions
What is An Unseen Enemy about?
The physician's death orphans his two adolescent daughters. Their older brother is able to convert some of the doctor's small estate to cash. But it is late in the day, and with the banks closed he...
Who directed An Unseen Enemy?
An Unseen Enemy was directed by D.W. Griffith.
How long is An Unseen Enemy?
An Unseen Enemy has a runtime of 0 hours and 16 minutes (16 minutes total).
When was An Unseen Enemy released?
An Unseen Enemy was released on September 9, 1912 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in An Unseen Enemy?
The main cast of An Unseen Enemy includes Lillian Gish, Dorothy Gish, Robert Harron, Elmer Booth, Grace Henderson.