Broken Ways
Originally released in 1913. Broken Ways is a western film. directed by D.W. Griffith. At just 17 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Henry B. Walthall, Blanche Sweet, and Harry Carey
Synopsis
In this story the young wife concerned is called upon to solve a rather momentous question. After separating from her husband, whom she has discovered to be a brute and a criminal, she is about to give herself to another man, believing her husband dead, when he appears before her fleeing from justice. Shall she deliver him to the law or surrender to his claims? She yields in one instance, but not in the other. Then justice intervenes.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 8, 1913
112 years ago
Runtime
0h 17m
17 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Henry B. Walthall
as The Road Agent
Blanche Sweet
as The Road Agent's Wife
Harry Carey
as The Sheriff
Charles Gorman
as Holt-Up Victim
Frank Opperman
as Road Agent's Gang Member
Joseph McDermott
as Road Agent's Gang Member
Dorothy Gish
as In Telegraph Office (uncredited)
Mae Marsh
as Undetermined Secondary Role (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Mutoscope & Biograph
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broken Ways about?
In this story the young wife concerned is called upon to solve a rather momentous question. After separating from her husband, whom she has discovered to be a brute and a criminal, she is about to ...
Who directed Broken Ways?
Broken Ways was directed by D.W. Griffith.
How long is Broken Ways?
Broken Ways has a runtime of 0 hours and 17 minutes (17 minutes total).
When was Broken Ways released?
Broken Ways was released on March 8, 1913 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Broken Ways?
The main cast of Broken Ways includes Henry B. Walthall, Blanche Sweet, Harry Carey, Charles Gorman, Frank Opperman.