More Truth Than Poetry
Synopsis
When Vera, the daughter of steel king Daniel Maitland, marries Blair, a young lawyer, her father cuts her off with only a small allowance. A few months later, Blair becomes famous by securing the acquittal of one of his friends who had killed his wife's lover, basing his plea on "the unwritten law." He then succumbs to the fascination of another woman. Vera discovers them in a compromising situation and shoots Blair. At her trial, her lawyer is pleading for mercy when Vera explains that she does not want mercy, but justice.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 22, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Burton L. King
- Screenplay & Story
- Emma Bell Clifton, Olga Petrova
- Original Title
- More Truth Than Poetry
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Metro Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Burton L. King
Emma Bell Clifton, Olga Petrova
Harry B. Harris
Department Leadership Roster
Burton L. King
Director
Harry B. Harris
Director of Photography
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What is More Truth Than Poetry about?
When Vera, the daughter of steel king Daniel Maitland, marries Blair, a young lawyer, her father cuts her off with only a small allowance. A few months later, Blair becomes famous by securing the acquittal of one of his friends who had killed his wife's lover, basing his plea on "the unwritten law." He then succumbs to the fascination of another woman. Vera discovers them in a compromising situation and shoots Blair. At her trial, her lawyer is pleading for mercy when Vera explains that she does not want mercy, but justice.
Who directed More Truth Than Poetry?
More Truth Than Poetry was directed by Burton L. King.
Who stars in More Truth Than Poetry?
The principal cast of More Truth Than Poetry includes Olga Petrova, Mahlon Hamilton, Charles Martin, Violet Reed, Mary Sands.
When was More Truth Than Poetry released and how long is it?
More Truth Than Poetry was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.