The Indian and the Child
Synopsis
Jake Willis, a timber-cutter, is felling trees with a gang of men one morning when an Indian applies for work and food, Willis hires him and tells him to do a day's work first, then eat. Stolidly the Indian agrees and leaves with an ax for the forest. Now, little Flo Willis, Jake's little girl, pities the poor man and, when her father leaves, butters a piece of bread, spreads it with jelly and takes it out to the Indian, who, although surprised, thanks her as best he can and sits down to eat.
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April 27, 1912
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gilbert M. Anderson
- Original Title
- The Indian and the Child
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- Unknown
- Production Studios
- The Essanay Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gilbert M. Anderson
Department Leadership Roster
Gilbert M. Anderson
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Indian and the Child
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What is The Indian and the Child about?
Jake Willis, a timber-cutter, is felling trees with a gang of men one morning when an Indian applies for work and food, Willis hires him and tells him to do a day's work first, then eat. Stolidly the Indian agrees and leaves with an ax for the forest. Now, little Flo Willis, Jake's little girl, pities the poor man and, when her father leaves, butters a piece of bread, spreads it with jelly and takes it out to the Indian, who, although surprised, thanks her as best he can and sits down to eat.
Who directed The Indian and the Child?
The Indian and the Child was directed by Gilbert M. Anderson.
Who stars in The Indian and the Child?
The principal cast of The Indian and the Child includes Gilbert M. Anderson, Arthur Mackley, Marguerite Todd.
When was The Indian and the Child released and how long is it?
The Indian and the Child was released in 1912 with a total runtime of Unknown.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Indian and the Child?
The Indian and the Child holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).