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IMDb191850mUnited States of America

The Guilt of Silence

Synopsis

During the Alaskan gold rush, two unscrupulous fortune-seekers, Amy and her husband Gambler Joe, rob Mathew Smith, who has offered them shelter from a snow storm. Mathew pursues them but loses his way, and by the time Harkness finds him, he is nearly dead from exposure. Mathew, nicknamed "Silent" Smith because the storm has robbed him of his voice, lives in friendship with Harkness until the latter marries Amy, who has found employment in a local dance hall.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

May 13, 1918

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Elmer Clifton
Screenplay & Story
Ethel Hill
Original Title
The Guilt of Silence
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
50m
Production Studios
Universal Film Manufacturing Company

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Elmer Clifton

Screenplay & Story

Ethel Hill

Director of Photography

Virgil Miller

Department Leadership Roster

Elmer Clifton

Elmer Clifton

Director

Virgil Miller

Virgil Miller

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Guilt of Silence.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Guilt of Silence

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Guilt of Silence about?

During the Alaskan gold rush, two unscrupulous fortune-seekers, Amy and her husband Gambler Joe, rob Mathew Smith, who has offered them shelter from a snow storm. Mathew pursues them but loses his way, and by the time Harkness finds him, he is nearly dead from exposure. Mathew, nicknamed "Silent" Smith because the storm has robbed him of his voice, lives in friendship with Harkness until the latter marries Amy, who has found employment in a local dance hall.

Who directed The Guilt of Silence?

The Guilt of Silence was directed by Elmer Clifton.

Who stars in The Guilt of Silence?

The principal cast of The Guilt of Silence includes Monroe Salisbury, Ruth Clifford, Alfred Allen, Betty Schade, Sam De Grasse.

When was The Guilt of Silence released and how long is it?

The Guilt of Silence was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.