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The Expiation

The Expiation

★ 2.8/10•1909•12m•Drama

William is drawn to Edward's wife, Helen. Sensing his feelings might lead him into an affair, he decides to go away. As he says goodbye to Helen, Edward spies from behind a curtain. Soon afterwards Edward shoots himself, believing Helen can be happier with William. When William returns to convince Helen to become his wife, she refuses, blaming herself for Edward's suicide.

D.W. Griffith · Writer

D.W. Griffith · Director

StatusReleased
Runtime12m
LanguageEN
Release DateOct 21, 1909

Actors

Owen Moore

Owen Moore

John Waterbury

Marion Leonard

Marion Leonard

Helen Waterbury - John's Wife

Arthur V. Johnson

Arthur V. Johnson

William Trevor

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