The Broken Brake
Synopsis
In a scuffle between the assistant foreman and a discharged employee at the mountain construction camp the latter's revolver is fired, bringing about a dynamite explosion that severely injures many of the men.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 15, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Gunnis Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward T. Matlack
- Original Title
- The Broken Brake
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 12m
- 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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Frequently Asked Questions About The Broken Brake
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What is The Broken Brake about?
In a scuffle between the assistant foreman and a discharged employee at the mountain construction camp the latter's revolver is fired, bringing about a dynamite explosion that severely injures many of the men.
Who directed The Broken Brake?
The Broken Brake was directed by J. Gunnis Davis.
Who stars in The Broken Brake?
The principal cast of The Broken Brake includes Helen Gibson, George A. Williams, George Routh, Scott Pembroke.
When was The Broken Brake released and how long is it?
The Broken Brake was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 12m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Broken Brake?
The Broken Brake holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).