
The Winding Trail
“"The Girl sought not love nor gold nor any other thing save VENGEANCE and she found it in a way she least expected."”
Synopsis
To avenge her sister's disgrace and death, Audrey Graham leaves her theatrical engagements in New York, and in one of the caravans of the early '70's seeks Hell's Paradise, a mining camp to which Steele, the betrayer, has gone. The caravan nearly perishes in Death Valley, and Audrey, disguised as a child, goes to seek relief from a band of outlaws. Her subterfuge is perceived and she is given her liberty only on condition that she bring Steele to the bandit, who married a woman Steele deceived. Audrey keeps her word but turns aside the happiness within her grasp for the sake of the other woman.
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January 14, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John H. Collins
- Screenplay & Story
- Katharine Kavanaugh, H.P. Keeler, June Mathis
- Original Title
- The Winding Trail
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John H. Collins
Katharine Kavanaugh, H.P. Keeler, June Mathis
Department Leadership Roster
John H. Collins
Director
Katharine Kavanaugh
Writer
H.P. Keeler
Writer
June Mathis
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Winding Trail
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What is The Winding Trail about?
To avenge her sister's disgrace and death, Audrey Graham leaves her theatrical engagements in New York, and in one of the caravans of the early '70's seeks Hell's Paradise, a mining camp to which Steele, the betrayer, has gone. The caravan nearly perishes in Death Valley, and Audrey, disguised as a child, goes to seek relief from a band of outlaws. Her subterfuge is perceived and she is given her liberty only on condition that she bring Steele to the bandit, who married a woman Steele deceived. Audrey keeps her word but turns aside the happiness within her grasp for the sake of the other woman.
Who directed The Winding Trail?
The Winding Trail was directed by John H. Collins.
Who stars in The Winding Trail?
The principal cast of The Winding Trail includes Viola Dana, Clifford Bruce, Hayward Mack, Mabel Van Buren.
When was The Winding Trail released and how long is it?
The Winding Trail was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.


















