The Dawn of Understanding
Synopsis
The Dawn of Understanding is a lost 1918 American silent Western comedy film produced by The Vitagraph Company of America and directed by David Smith. It stars Bessie Love in the first film of her nine-film contract with Vitagraph.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 2, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- David Smith, Charles R. Seeling
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward J. Montagne
- Original Title
- The Dawn of Understanding
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 49m
- Production Studios
- Vitagraph Company of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
David Smith, Charles R. Seeling
Edward J. Montagne
Department Leadership Roster
David Smith
Director
Charles R. Seeling
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Dawn of Understanding
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What is The Dawn of Understanding about?
The Dawn of Understanding is a lost 1918 American silent Western comedy film produced by The Vitagraph Company of America and directed by David Smith. It stars Bessie Love in the first film of her nine-film contract with Vitagraph.
Who directed The Dawn of Understanding?
The Dawn of Understanding was directed by David Smith, Charles R. Seeling.
Who stars in The Dawn of Understanding?
The principal cast of The Dawn of Understanding includes Bessie Love, George A. Williams, John Gilbert, J. Frank Glendon, Dorothea Wolbert.
When was The Dawn of Understanding released and how long is it?
The Dawn of Understanding was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 49m.