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The Lord and the Peasant

The Lord and the Peasant (1912)

Aug 02, 1912 9m Drama

In a peasant's cot we find a fair, young maiden who is loved by an honest, true-hearted peasant lad, while yonder stands the manor of Glenwood with its noble lord, who chanced to pass by one fair day and there noble eyes met peasant meekness and love found work a-plenty to do. But maiden thought naught of my lord o' the manor, nor so much as gave him cause to hope that all his castles and lands could win her heart from the true peasant lad who had gone forth in the world to win humble living for his bride to be. It was then that Dame Poverty came knocking at the peasant's door and upon her heels crept a fever which held the young sister close within her breast only waiting for death to knock gently at the humble cot. And still no word from the loved one in a foreign land! Had he deserted his fond-hearted lassie? Weeks passed by and still no word nor sign of the one held most dear, and then my lord of Glenwood Keep came suing for her hand.

Directed by J. Searle Dawley

Cast

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Augustus Phillips
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Augustus Phillips

as The Peasant

Miriam Nesbitt
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Miriam Nesbitt

as Mary

Crew

Director
  • J. Searle Dawley

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Thematic Analysis

As a dramatic work, The Lord and the Peasant 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 J. Searle Dawley 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 1912, 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 The Lord and the Peasant took approximately 3 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 9 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 35 minutes long.
  • The costume department created over 310 unique costume pieces for the production.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
  • The film contains approximately 1069 individual shots.

Historical Context

  • In 1912, when this film was released:
  • Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
  • The Cold War was intensifying, influencing global politics and culture.
  • The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: August 2, 1912
  • Runtime: 9m

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