
A Flickering Light
Synopsis
Jim, a cowboy, comes to town with the boys of the Lazy B, and stops at the Last Chance Saloon. One of the girls of the dancehall is Madge. Hardy, owner of a distant ranch, comes to her and offers her a position as housekeeper, which proposition she spurns. Jim has a flirtation with Madge, and she interests him. Late that night, Jim, well under the influence of liquor, chances to meet her again. On the impulse of the moment he asks her to marry him.
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April 14, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Borzage
- Screenplay & Story
- Karl R. Coolidge
- Original Title
- A Flickering Light
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 18m
- Production Studios
- American Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Borzage
Karl R. Coolidge
L. Guy Wilky
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Borzage
Director
Karl R. Coolidge
Writer
L. Guy Wilky
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Flickering Light
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What is A Flickering Light about?
Jim, a cowboy, comes to town with the boys of the Lazy B, and stops at the Last Chance Saloon. One of the girls of the dancehall is Madge. Hardy, owner of a distant ranch, comes to her and offers her a position as housekeeper, which proposition she spurns. Jim has a flirtation with Madge, and she interests him. Late that night, Jim, well under the influence of liquor, chances to meet her again. On the impulse of the moment he asks her to marry him.
Who directed A Flickering Light?
A Flickering Light was directed by Frank Borzage.
Who stars in A Flickering Light?
The principal cast of A Flickering Light includes Frank Borzage, Ann Little, Jack Richardson.
When was A Flickering Light released and how long is it?
A Flickering Light was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 18m.


















