The Broken Silence
“Romance, intrigue and mystery amid the great white wastes. The tale of a land where might is right and terror stalks abroad. A story of the Great Royal Northwest Mounted Police.”
Synopsis
A brother and sister living in the Canadian Northwest pose as husband and wife. They are suspects in the murder of a barracks inspector who was responsible for the deaths of their parents. The brother confesses to the crime to protect his sister, who he thinks actually did it--but she didn't. Complications ensue.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1922
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dell Henderson
- Screenplay & Story
- James Oliver Curwood, Thomas F. Fallon
- Original Title
- The Broken Silence
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- pine tree pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dell Henderson
James Oliver Curwood, Thomas F. Fallon
Charles Downs
Department Leadership Roster
Dell Henderson
Director
Charles Downs
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Broken Silence
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Broken Silence about?
A brother and sister living in the Canadian Northwest pose as husband and wife. They are suspects in the murder of a barracks inspector who was responsible for the deaths of their parents. The brother confesses to the crime to protect his sister, who he thinks actually did it--but she didn't. Complications ensue.
Who directed The Broken Silence?
The Broken Silence was directed by Dell Henderson.
Who stars in The Broken Silence?
The principal cast of The Broken Silence includes Zena Keefe, Robert Elliott, J. Barney Sherry, Jack Hopkins, Jack Drumier.
When was The Broken Silence released and how long is it?
The Broken Silence was released in 1922 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.