The Forbidden Room
Originally released in 1914. The Forbidden Room is a drama film. directed by Allan Dwan. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Murdock MacQuarrie, Pauline Bush, and William C. Dowlan
Synopsis
Fulfilling a promise made to his mother on her deathbed, Dr. James Gibson finds his sister Pauline who has run away after giving birth to an illegitimate child. His sister's mind has snapped and Gibson takes his sister and his baby niece home with him. The years pass and the niece has grown into a beautiful woman, while her mother is kept locked in a room that the young woman is forbidden to enter. Gibson and his wealthy neighbor, John Morris, are both interested in hypnotism, and one night the two men conduct an experiment by hypnotizing Gibson's niece. This film is presumed lost.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 20, 1914
111 years ago
Runtime
0h 20m
20 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Bison Motion Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Forbidden Room about?
Fulfilling a promise made to his mother on her deathbed, Dr. James Gibson finds his sister Pauline who has run away after giving birth to an illegitimate child. His sister's mind has snapped and Gi...
Who directed The Forbidden Room?
The Forbidden Room was directed by Allan Dwan.
How long is The Forbidden Room?
The Forbidden Room has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).
When was The Forbidden Room released?
The Forbidden Room was released on June 20, 1914 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Forbidden Room?
The main cast of The Forbidden Room includes Murdock MacQuarrie, Pauline Bush, William C. Dowlan, Lon Chaney, John Burton.