As the Twig Is Bent
Originally released in 1915. As the Twig Is Bent is a drama film. directed by Wilbert Melville. At just 30 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lee Shumway, Doris Baker, and Helen Jerome Eddy
Synopsis
L.C. Shumway has a dual role in this action-packed three-reeler. When the Booths divorce, their twin children (both played as adults by Shumway) are separated -- George goes with his mother and becomes a fine, upstanding young man, while Herbert takes after his father's dissolute ways. Both of them wind up serving in the Army and going to the Philippines -- George as an officer and West Point graduate, and Herbert as a lowly enlisted man who soon deserts to becomes the drunken love slave of a native girl.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 25, 1915
110 years ago
Runtime
0h 30m
30 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Lubin Manufacturing Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is As the Twig Is Bent about?
L.C. Shumway has a dual role in this action-packed three-reeler. When the Booths divorce, their twin children (both played as adults by Shumway) are separated -- George goes with his mother and bec...
Who directed As the Twig Is Bent?
As the Twig Is Bent was directed by Wilbert Melville.
How long is As the Twig Is Bent?
As the Twig Is Bent has a runtime of 0 hours and 30 minutes (30 minutes total).
When was As the Twig Is Bent released?
As the Twig Is Bent was released on November 25, 1915 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in As the Twig Is Bent?
The main cast of As the Twig Is Bent includes Lee Shumway, Doris Baker, Helen Jerome Eddy, Jack Holt, Eleanor Blevins.