The Two Paths
Synopsis
Two sisters, Nellie and Florence, support themselves and their mother by sewing. A man accompanying a wealthy client tempts first Nellie and then Florence to leave with him. Nellie rejects him, but Florence goes to his decadent apartment and becomes his mistress. Nellie marries a diligent carpenter and raises a growing family. Eventually the Tempter tosses Florence out, and she dies alone and impoverished.
Top Cast
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Dorothy Bernard
Florence
Wilfred Lucas
Nellie's Husband
Adolph Lestina
The Tempter
Grace Henderson
The Tempter's Companion
Clara T. Bracy
The Mother
Marion Leonard
Linda Arvidson
Florence Barker
Donald Crisp
Footman
John T. Dillon
At Party
Frank Evans
Footman
Edith Haldeman
One of the Children
Dell Henderson
Worker
Harry Hyde
At Party
Florence La Badie
Henry Lehrman
At Party
Jeanie Macpherson
At Party
Alfred Paget
Footman
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 2, 1911
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- D.W. Griffith
- Original Title
- The Two Paths
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- American Mutoscope & Biograph
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
D.W. Griffith
Department Leadership Roster
D.W. Griffith
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Two Paths
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Two Paths about?
Two sisters, Nellie and Florence, support themselves and their mother by sewing. A man accompanying a wealthy client tempts first Nellie and then Florence to leave with him. Nellie rejects him, but Florence goes to his decadent apartment and becomes his mistress. Nellie marries a diligent carpenter and raises a growing family. Eventually the Tempter tosses Florence out, and she dies alone and impoverished.
Who directed The Two Paths?
The Two Paths was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in The Two Paths?
The principal cast of The Two Paths includes Dorothy Bernard, Wilfred Lucas, Adolph Lestina, Grace Henderson, Clara T. Bracy.
When was The Two Paths released and how long is it?
The Two Paths was released in 1911 with a total runtime of 17m.