The Gates of Eden
Synopsis
Evelyn and her boyfriend William Bard are members of a small Shaker community. They rock the community one day when they announce that they want to get married and have children, in direct opposition to the Shaker prohibition against marriage and procreating. The Shakers drive the couple out of town, but before she leaves Evelyn gives birth to a daughter, Eve. Shortly afterward Evelyn dies, and the Shakers inform William that their daughter Eve has died also. William leaves town, but vows to take his revenge on the Shakers, whom he blames for the loss of his family.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 30, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John H. Collins
- Screenplay & Story
- John H. Collins, William E. Danforth
- Original Title
- The Gates of Eden
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John H. Collins
John H. Collins, William E. Danforth
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John H. Collins
Director
John H. Collins
Writer
William E. Danforth
Writer
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What is The Gates of Eden about?
Evelyn and her boyfriend William Bard are members of a small Shaker community. They rock the community one day when they announce that they want to get married and have children, in direct opposition to the Shaker prohibition against marriage and procreating. The Shakers drive the couple out of town, but before she leaves Evelyn gives birth to a daughter, Eve. Shortly afterward Evelyn dies, and the Shakers inform William that their daughter Eve has died also. William leaves town, but vows to take his revenge on the Shakers, whom he blames for the loss of his family.
Who directed The Gates of Eden?
The Gates of Eden was directed by John H. Collins.
Who stars in The Gates of Eden?
The principal cast of The Gates of Eden includes Viola Dana, Augustus Phillips, Bob Walker, Edward Earle, Harry Linson.
When was The Gates of Eden released and how long is it?
The Gates of Eden was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.