The Mystic Hour
Synopsis
Guido, an artist, is obsessed with the desire for the death of Clavering, a rich man who has entered into a forced marriage with Margaret, the girl whom Guido loves. The thought accompanies him in his work, his sleep and fills his every moment. One night, he awakens from a dream in which he has murdered Clavering. The next morning, Clavering is found murdered and Guido labors under the uncanny feeling that he is the murderer. Hoping to relieve Guido's fears, Margaret induces him to paint the picture of his dream. Clavering's butler sees the painting of his dead master, and is so horror stricken that he confesses to murdering Clavering for his money.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 17, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard Ridgely
- Screenplay & Story
- Agnes Fletcher Bain, Fred Rath
- Original Title
- The Mystic Hour
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Apollo Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard Ridgely
Agnes Fletcher Bain, Fred Rath
George W. Lane
Department Leadership Roster
Richard Ridgely
Director
George W. Lane
Director of Photography
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What is The Mystic Hour about?
Guido, an artist, is obsessed with the desire for the death of Clavering, a rich man who has entered into a forced marriage with Margaret, the girl whom Guido loves. The thought accompanies him in his work, his sleep and fills his every moment. One night, he awakens from a dream in which he has murdered Clavering. The next morning, Clavering is found murdered and Guido labors under the uncanny feeling that he is the murderer. Hoping to relieve Guido's fears, Margaret induces him to paint the picture of his dream. Clavering's butler sees the painting of his dead master, and is so horror stricken that he confesses to murdering Clavering for his money.
Who directed The Mystic Hour?
The Mystic Hour was directed by Richard Ridgely.
Who stars in The Mystic Hour?
The principal cast of The Mystic Hour includes Alma Hanlon, Charles Hutchison, John St. Polis, Florence Short, Helen Strickland.
When was The Mystic Hour released and how long is it?
The Mystic Hour was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 55m.