Confidence
Nellie flees her old life and goes east to become a nurse, where she marries a doctor. One of her old colleagues finds her and tries to blackmail her. When the blackmail plot is exposed, Nellie's husband expresses his complete faith in her.
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Plot Summary
A young woman is led astray by a handsome stranger, only to realize the error of her ways when she is abandoned and destitute. She finds solace and a path to redemption through the kindness of a minister.
Critical Reception
As an early film from D. W. Griffith, 'Confidence' is recognized for its narrative structure and the nascent emotional depth conveyed by its performances, particularly Mary Pickford's. It represents an important step in the development of cinematic storytelling.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its early demonstration of dramatic storytelling in film.
- Highlights the developing talent of director D. W. Griffith.
- Features a notable early performance from Mary Pickford.
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Fun Fact
This film was made by the Biograph Company, where D. W. Griffith and his troupe of actors, including Mary Pickford, developed many of the early techniques of cinematic narrative and performance.
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