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Release Year1909
Runtime0h 14m
LanguageNo Language
CertificationNR
GenresRomance
Votes1
DirectorHarry Solter
WritersHarry Solter
TypeFeature Film
Rating9.0 out of 10
Cast3 credited
Also Known AsThe Awakening of Bess
About The Awakening of Bess
The Awakening of Bess is a silent short film of 1909 directed by Harry Solter . The protagonists of the film are Florence Lawrence (wife of the director) and King Baggot , a well-known theatrical actor, here in his cinematographic debut.
Directed by Harry Solter, The Awakening of Bess leans on a strong ensemble — Florence Lawrence, King Baggot, George Loane Tucker — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about romance titles of 1909.
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