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Stolen Glory
Veteran Warner and old gardener Burns vie for the hand of Widow Simpson, and the gardener steals the former's uniform and joins in the ranks of a parade, pursued by his rival. Utilizes footage shot during a Thomas Ince battle production at Inceville, the Grand Army of the Republic parade in downtown Los Angeles which commenced at 9:30am PST on September 11, 1912 (including starting area at 5th and Los Angeles and viewing stands near finish by Courthouse at Broadway and Temple), and other G.A.R. festivities at the National Soldiers' Home at Sawtelle in Los Angeles.
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Plot Summary
A man is released from prison after serving time for a crime he did not commit. He returns home to find his wife has remarried and his child no longer recognizes him. Desperate and broken, he resorts to stealing, only to be caught and face further despair.
Critical Reception
As a very early silent film, specific critical reception is not widely documented in modern databases. However, the film's themes of injustice and hardship were common in melodramatic shorts of the era, likely resonating with audiences who empathized with the protagonist's plight.
What Reviewers Say
Early silent melodrama exploring themes of wrongful imprisonment and societal rejection.
Features performances from emerging talent who would later become prominent figures in cinema.
Reflects the storytelling conventions and emotional appeals prevalent in short films of the early 1910s.
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Fun Fact
This film is notable for featuring Lillian Gish in one of her earliest screen appearances, long before she became a major star.
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