A Matter of Seconds
Synopsis
Dawson, a newcomer to the division, meets Helen while the girl is riding in the freight engine with Star, his engineer. Helen ignores the fireman's offensive stares, knowing that trouble would instantly result, if she reported the matter to Star. The following day, Dawson approaches the girl telegrapher and, seizing her in his arms, kisses her.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 25, 1915
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Gunnis Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward T. Matlack
- Original Title
- A Matter of Seconds
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Studios
- Kalem Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Gunnis Davis
Edward T. Matlack
Department Leadership Roster
J. Gunnis Davis
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is A Matter of Seconds about?
Dawson, a newcomer to the division, meets Helen while the girl is riding in the freight engine with Star, his engineer. Helen ignores the fireman's offensive stares, knowing that trouble would instantly result, if she reported the matter to Star. The following day, Dawson approaches the girl telegrapher and, seizing her in his arms, kisses her.
Who directed A Matter of Seconds?
A Matter of Seconds was directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
Who stars in A Matter of Seconds?
The principal cast of A Matter of Seconds includes Helen Holmes, Robyn Adair, Edward Roberts.
When was A Matter of Seconds released and how long is it?
A Matter of Seconds was released in 1915 with a total runtime of 13m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Matter of Seconds?
A Matter of Seconds holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).