A Slave to Drink
Synopsis
Illustrates a man's struggle to overcome an inherited love for drink. Although yet a young man, the enemy of his family had already sunk its claws firmly upon James Grant. A man of superior intelligence, his habits hold him down to the lot of a common laborer in a small saw mill on the St. Johns River. About two years before the opening of the picture he had met and fallen in love with Jenny, the daughter of a small farmer, living near the saw mill. Under the influence of her great love he has succeeded in throwing off the burden of his hereditary desires. For three months he has not touched a drop of liquor.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 31, 1909
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sidney Olcott
- Screenplay & Story
- Gene Gauntier
- Original Title
- A Slave to Drink
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- Kalem Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sidney Olcott
Gene Gauntier
Department Leadership Roster
Sidney Olcott
Director
Gene Gauntier
Writer
Henry Allen Farnham
Production Design
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What is A Slave to Drink about?
Illustrates a man's struggle to overcome an inherited love for drink. Although yet a young man, the enemy of his family had already sunk its claws firmly upon James Grant. A man of superior intelligence, his habits hold him down to the lot of a common laborer in a small saw mill on the St. Johns River. About two years before the opening of the picture he had met and fallen in love with Jenny, the daughter of a small farmer, living near the saw mill. Under the influence of her great love he has succeeded in throwing off the burden of his hereditary desires. For three months he has not touched a drop of liquor.
Who directed A Slave to Drink?
A Slave to Drink was directed by Sidney Olcott.
Who stars in A Slave to Drink?
The principal cast of A Slave to Drink includes Gene Gauntier, George Melford.
When was A Slave to Drink released and how long is it?
A Slave to Drink was released in 1909 with a total runtime of 14m.