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The Root of Evil
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The Root of Evil

1912-03-18 · 18 min · Not rated

Drama

A woman, driven by envy, is convinced that her husband loves another woman, leading her to a vengeful act that ultimately destroys her own happiness.

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Directors
D.W. Griffith
Production companies
Biograph Company
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Dorothy BernardDorothy BernardThe Wealthy Man's Daughter
Edward DillonEdward DillonThe Wealthy Man's Secretary - the Daughter's Husband
J. Jiquel LanoeJ. Jiquel LanoeThe Confidential Secretary - the Dublicitous Weasler
Ynez SeaburyYnez SeaburyThe Granddaughter
Alfred PagetAlfred PagetThe Landlord
Charles Hill MailesCharles Hill MailesThe Doctor
William J. ButlerThe Wealthy Man
Harry HydeThe Faithful Servant
John T. DillonThe Estate Lawyer

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