The Challenge
Synopsis
Quarrier's rival Robert Lester schemes to have the engineer imprisoned, but the government pardons him so he can oversee a project vital to the country's growth. On the job, Quarrier once again meets Lester, who has tricked Alberta Bradley into selling him the land which is to be used for the project. Alberta still feels as if the land is her own, and threatens to kill the first of Quarrier's workers to swing a pick into it. Quarrier himself begins digging, and while she is unable to kill him, she vows to hate him forever. Gradually, their relationship softens, and the two come to love each other, with Alberta acknowledging the worth of Quarrier's project. Then, working together, they expose Lester to government authorities, since he has been plotting to keep all of the project's profits for himself.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 10, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Donald MacKenzie
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Childs Carpenter
- Original Title
- The Challenge
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Astra Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Donald MacKenzie
Edward Childs Carpenter, Bertram Millhauser
Department Leadership Roster
Donald MacKenzie
Director
Edward Childs Carpenter
Screenplay
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What is The Challenge about?
Quarrier's rival Robert Lester schemes to have the engineer imprisoned, but the government pardons him so he can oversee a project vital to the country's growth. On the job, Quarrier once again meets Lester, who has tricked Alberta Bradley into selling him the land which is to be used for the project. Alberta still feels as if the land is her own, and threatens to kill the first of Quarrier's workers to swing a pick into it. Quarrier himself begins digging, and while she is unable to kill him, she vows to hate him forever. Gradually, their relationship softens, and the two come to love each other, with Alberta acknowledging the worth of Quarrier's project. Then, working together, they expose Lester to government authorities, since he has been plotting to keep all of the project's profits for himself.
Who directed The Challenge?
The Challenge was directed by Donald MacKenzie.
Who stars in The Challenge?
The principal cast of The Challenge includes Montagu Love, Helene Chadwick, Ben Hendricks Sr., Charles Gotthold.
When was The Challenge released and how long is it?
The Challenge was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.