Lady Helen's Escapade
Synopsis
A bored Lady Helen goes slumming as a domestic in a boarding house. There she falls in love with a sensitive young musician. The other women in the house are jealous, and accuse her of trying to steal the musician's violin. Lady Helen retreats to her own home, and arranges a position for the musician which allows them to be together.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 19, 1909
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- D.W. Griffith
- Screenplay & Story
- Stanner E.V. Taylor
- Original Title
- Lady Helen's Escapade
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 10m
- Production Studios
- Biograph Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
D.W. Griffith
Stanner E.V. Taylor
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D.W. Griffith
Director
Stanner E.V. Taylor
Writer
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What is Lady Helen's Escapade about?
A bored Lady Helen goes slumming as a domestic in a boarding house. There she falls in love with a sensitive young musician. The other women in the house are jealous, and accuse her of trying to steal the musician's violin. Lady Helen retreats to her own home, and arranges a position for the musician which allows them to be together.
Who directed Lady Helen's Escapade?
Lady Helen's Escapade was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in Lady Helen's Escapade?
The principal cast of Lady Helen's Escapade includes Florence Lawrence, Anita Hendrie, Arthur V. Johnson, Charles Inslee, David Miles.
When was Lady Helen's Escapade released and how long is it?
Lady Helen's Escapade was released in 1909 with a total runtime of 10m.