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The Expiation

19090h 12m2.8/ 10 · TMDB · 2 votes
Drama

William is drawn to Edward's wife, Helen. Sensing his feelings might lead him into an affair, he decides to go away. As he says goodbye to Helen, Edward spies from behind a curtain. Soon afterwards Edward shoots himself, believing Helen can be happier with William. When William returns to convince Helen to become his wife, she refuses, blaming herself for Edward's suicide.

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Directed by D.W. Griffith

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Ansh Kapoor

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The people behind the story

Owen Moore
Owen Moore

John Waterbury

Marion Leonard
Marion Leonard

Helen Waterbury - John's Wife

Arthur V. Johnson
Arthur V. Johnson

William Trevor

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Film details

Released21 Oct 1909
Original languageEnglish
CountriesUnited States of America
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