The Dawn Maker
Synopsis
Half-breed Joe Elk wavers between the "civilized" nature of his white father and the passion of his Indian mother. He falls in love with Alice McRae, but Alice is in love with Bruce Smithson, who is an officer at the Hudson Bay Trading Company.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 23, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William S. Hart
- Screenplay & Story
- C. Gardner Sullivan
- Original Title
- The Dawn Maker
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Triangle Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William S. Hart
C. Gardner Sullivan
Joseph H. August
Thomas H. Ince
Department Leadership Roster
William S. Hart
Director
C. Gardner Sullivan
Screenplay
Thomas H. Ince
Producer
Joseph H. August
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dawn Maker
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What is The Dawn Maker about?
Half-breed Joe Elk wavers between the "civilized" nature of his white father and the passion of his Indian mother. He falls in love with Alice McRae, but Alice is in love with Bruce Smithson, who is an officer at the Hudson Bay Trading Company.
Who directed The Dawn Maker?
The Dawn Maker was directed by William S. Hart.
Who stars in The Dawn Maker?
The principal cast of The Dawn Maker includes William S. Hart, Blanche White, William Desmond, J. Frank Burke, Joe Goodboy.
When was The Dawn Maker released and how long is it?
The Dawn Maker was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.