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Love in a Hurry

Love in a Hurry (1919)

Jan 13, 1919 50m Drama

The son of an American mine owner, traveling under the name of Charles Conant, tries to enter England in 1916 after masquerading as a muleteer, but the captain of his ship, suspicious when he sees Charles look through a spyglass, plans to take him back to the United States. Charles escapes and visits his relative, Lady Dartridge, where he falls in love with her daughter, Lady Joan Templar, who is loved by her cousin, the chief constable, George Templar. Templar, suspicious of Charles' manner and unexplainable meetings and activities, wants to arrest him as a spy.

Directed by Dell Henderson

Cast

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Carlyle Blackwell
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Carlyle Blackwell

as Charles Conant

Evelyn Greeley
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Evelyn Greeley

as Lady Joan Templar

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Isabel O'Madigan

as Lady Dartridge

George MacQuarrie
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George MacQuarrie

as George Templar

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William Bechtel

as John Murr

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Kid Broad

as Shorty

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Richard Collins

as Captain

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Louis R. Grisel

as Gardener

Herbert Barrington
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Herbert Barrington

as

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Charles Dewey

as Secret Service Man

Al Hart
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Al Hart

as

Crew

Director
  • Dell Henderson

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, Love in a Hurry examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of a period setting that reflects societal issues of its time. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.

Director Dell Henderson brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 1919, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of Love in a Hurry took approximately 9 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 50 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 104 minutes long.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 3 weeks before filming began.
  • The film contains approximately 2303 individual shots.
  • The costume department created over 411 unique costume pieces for the production.

Historical Context

  • In 1919, when this film was released:
  • Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
  • The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
  • The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: January 13, 1919
  • Runtime: 50m

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