A strong story, depicting the evils of the game. Tracing in artistic sequence the effects of the craving for excitement upon the home life of a refined man. The home is finally despoiled by... See full summary
Gambling Passion (1909) Online
A strong story, depicting the evils of the game. Tracing in artistic sequence the effects of the craving for excitement upon the home life of a refined man. The home is finally despoiled by the gambler, while his wife and little son seek refuge in a forest hut, miles from their former city dwelling. Fortune again favors him and after huge winnings he returns and finds them gone. Flowers dropped by the youngster as he and his mother ride along the highway, lead the now thoroughly reformed father to the little family where reconciliation is affected.
Original French title is undetermined.
Released in the US as a split reel along with Race for the King's Cup (1909).