
A Calamitous Elopement
Synopsis
A young couple are enjoying a romantic interlude in the young woman's home, when her father discovers them and angrily chases the young man out of the house. They thus decide to elope, and they make plans accordingly. But as they are leaving, a thief discovers their plans, and he decides to turn the situation to his own advantage.
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A Calamitous Elopement (1908) AM&B
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-12-28
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August 7, 1908
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- D.W. Griffith
- Screenplay & Story
- D.W. Griffith
- Original Title
- A Calamitous Elopement
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 12m
- Production Studios
- American Mutoscope and Biograph Company
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D.W. Griffith
D.W. Griffith
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D.W. Griffith
Director
D.W. Griffith
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D. W. Griffith
David Wark Griffith (January 22, 1875 – July 23, 1948)[1] was an American director, writer, and producer who pioneered modern filmmaking techniques.
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What is A Calamitous Elopement about?
A young couple are enjoying a romantic interlude in the young woman's home, when her father discovers them and angrily chases the young man out of the house. They thus decide to elope, and they make plans accordingly. But as they are leaving, a thief discovers their plans, and he decides to turn the situation to his own advantage.
Who directed A Calamitous Elopement?
A Calamitous Elopement was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in A Calamitous Elopement?
The principal cast of A Calamitous Elopement includes Harry Solter, Linda Arvidson, Charles Inslee, George Gebhardt, D.W. Griffith.
When was A Calamitous Elopement released and how long is it?
A Calamitous Elopement was released in 1908 with a total runtime of 12m.
