A Common Level
Synopsis
Cruel and ignorant, Matthew Ryan threatens to destroy his business competitor, Schuyler, unless Schuyler's daughter Marion succumbs to his demands, Marion likens Ryan to Attila the Hun. Puzzled by Marion's reference, Ryan returns home to read an account of Attila. Falling asleep while reading, he dreams of a mysterious figure who draws parallels between Ryan and Attila. Attila is depicted as a cruel and brutish figure who wreaks havoc across the Eastern Empire, until finally meeting his death at the hands of his abused bride. Upon awakening, Ryan is so deeply affected by his experiences that he begs forgiveness for his vicious behavior and frees Marion from his demands.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 10, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Burton L. King
- Screenplay & Story
- Lloyd Lonergan
- Original Title
- A Common Level
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Transatlantic Film Company of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Burton L. King
Lloyd Lonergan
Department Leadership Roster
Burton L. King
Director
Lloyd Lonergan
Writer
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What is A Common Level about?
Cruel and ignorant, Matthew Ryan threatens to destroy his business competitor, Schuyler, unless Schuyler's daughter Marion succumbs to his demands, Marion likens Ryan to Attila the Hun. Puzzled by Marion's reference, Ryan returns home to read an account of Attila. Falling asleep while reading, he dreams of a mysterious figure who draws parallels between Ryan and Attila. Attila is depicted as a cruel and brutish figure who wreaks havoc across the Eastern Empire, until finally meeting his death at the hands of his abused bride. Upon awakening, Ryan is so deeply affected by his experiences that he begs forgiveness for his vicious behavior and frees Marion from his demands.
Who directed A Common Level?
A Common Level was directed by Burton L. King.
Who stars in A Common Level?
The principal cast of A Common Level includes Edmund Breese, Claire Whitney, Lawrence Grattan, Febo Mari.
When was A Common Level released and how long is it?
A Common Level was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 50m.