A Change of Heart
Synopsis
Howard Norris, a wealthy young man from the city makes the acquaintance of a lovely young daughter of a farmer. By promising marriage, he entices her into accompanying him to the city. There is a fake wedding. She inadvertently learns the truth and in great anguish sets out for her home. The rich young man is holding a drinking party when his mother stops in and advises him to give up drinking and become an upstanding young man. He takes her advice, realizes the error of his ways, and begins searching for the girl he wronged.
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Top Cast
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Owen Moore
Howard Norris
James Kirkwood
The Farmer
Arthur V. Johnson
The Real Minister
Anthony O'Sullivan
The Cafe Owner
Kate Bruce
Howard's Mother
George Nichols
The Country Girl's Father
Billy Quirk
One of Howard's Pals
Edward Dillon
One of Howard's Pals
Mack Sennett
Man Outside Cafe
Charles Gorman
W. Chrystie Miller
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 14, 1909
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- D.W. Griffith
- Screenplay & Story
- Frank E. Woods
- Original Title
- A Change of Heart
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 11m
- Production Studios
- Biograph Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
D.W. Griffith
Frank E. Woods
Department Leadership Roster
D.W. Griffith
Director
Frank E. Woods
Writer
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What is A Change of Heart about?
Howard Norris, a wealthy young man from the city makes the acquaintance of a lovely young daughter of a farmer. By promising marriage, he entices her into accompanying him to the city. There is a fake wedding. She inadvertently learns the truth and in great anguish sets out for her home. The rich young man is holding a drinking party when his mother stops in and advises him to give up drinking and become an upstanding young man. He takes her advice, realizes the error of his ways, and begins searching for the girl he wronged.
Who directed A Change of Heart?
A Change of Heart was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in A Change of Heart?
The principal cast of A Change of Heart includes Owen Moore, James Kirkwood, Arthur V. Johnson, Anthony O'Sullivan, Kate Bruce.
When was A Change of Heart released and how long is it?
A Change of Heart was released in 1909 with a total runtime of 11m.