The Opened Shutters
Synopsis
After being orphaned and rejected by her reluctant relatives, Aunt Martha and Judge Trent, Sylvia Lacey is sent to live at a Maine farm managed by a kind man named Thinkright. While there, she becomes captivated by a deserted, shuttered Tide Mill, believing only love can "open its shutters." Sylvia eventually discovers a passion for painting and falls in love with John Dunham, the Judge’s law partner. Though she initially believes John is engaged to her friend Edna, he eventually confesses his love for her. In the end, John surprises Sylvia by revealing he has purchased the Tide Mill and converted it into a professional art studio for her, fulfilling her metaphor that love would finally open the mill's shutters.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 17, 1914
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Otis Turner
- Screenplay & Story
- Clara Louise Burnham, Lois Weber
- Original Title
- The Opened Shutters
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 40m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Otis Turner
Clara Louise Burnham, Lois Weber
Department Leadership Roster
Otis Turner
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Opened Shutters
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What is The Opened Shutters about?
After being orphaned and rejected by her reluctant relatives, Aunt Martha and Judge Trent, Sylvia Lacey is sent to live at a Maine farm managed by a kind man named Thinkright. While there, she becomes captivated by a deserted, shuttered Tide Mill, believing only love can "open its shutters." Sylvia eventually discovers a passion for painting and falls in love with John Dunham, the Judge’s law partner. Though she initially believes John is engaged to her friend Edna, he eventually confesses his love for her. In the end, John surprises Sylvia by revealing he has purchased the Tide Mill and converted it into a professional art studio for her, fulfilling her metaphor that love would finally open the mill's shutters.
Who directed The Opened Shutters?
The Opened Shutters was directed by Otis Turner.
Who stars in The Opened Shutters?
The principal cast of The Opened Shutters includes William Worthington, Ann Little, Frank Lloyd, Herbert Rawlinson, Betty Schade.
When was The Opened Shutters released and how long is it?
The Opened Shutters was released in 1914 with a total runtime of 40m.
Is The Opened Shutters based on a book or true story?
The Opened Shutters is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Clara Louise Burnham".