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  • The Expiation (1909)
  • Short | 11 min | Short, Drama
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The Expiation (1909)
Short | 11 min | Short, 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 ...See moreWilliam 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. Written by Anonymous See less
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Oct 21, 1909 (United States)

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Owen Moore
John Waterbury John Waterbury   See fewer
Marion Leonard
Helen Waterbury - John's Wife Helen Waterbury - John's Wife   See fewer
Arthur V. Johnson
William Trevor William Trevor   See fewer
Frank Evans
Servant / Man in Cabin Servant / Man in Cabin   See fewer
Guy Hedlund
Trevor's Servant (unconfirmed) Trevor's Servant (unconfirmed)   See fewer
George Nichols
Man in Cabin Man in Cabin   See fewer
Mack Sennett
Trevor's Friend Trevor's Friend   See fewer
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