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A Bunch of Violets

1912-07-10 · 13 min · ★ 8.0

Drama

Popular actress Violet Ray endures an abusive, alcoholic husband, Jim, for the sake of their deceased child's memory. She finds solace in an innocent friendship with Mabel Wright, a 10-year-old florist's daughter who brings her violets daily. A persistent suitor, Alec Lang, urges Violet to leave Jim for him. After Mabel is hit by a car and hospitalized, her father delivers a final bunch of violets and a message to Violet. This act of devotion rekindles Violet's sense of duty and "wifely love," prompting her to reject Alec and commit to remaining true to her daughter's memory while at Mabel's bedside.

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Directors
Edwin R. Phillips
Production companies
Vitagraph Company of America
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Julia Swayne GordonJulia Swayne GordonViolet Ray - An Actress Who Has Lost Her Son
Edwin R. PhillipsEdwin R. PhillipsJim - The Actress' Husband
Zena KeefeZena KeefeMabel Wright - A Young Girl
Harry T. MoreyHarry T. MoreyAlec Lang - A Man About Town

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