The Lesser Evil (1912)
Overview
A young woman's peaceful existence is shattered when she is abducted by the crew of a boat of smugglers, who then also turn against their captain.
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Additional Info
| Budget | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 1.178 |
Directed By
D.W. Griffith
TOP CAST
Blanche Sweet
The Young Woman
Edwin August
The Young Woman's Sweetheart
Mae Marsh
The Young Woman's Companion
Alfred Paget
The Leader of the Smugglers
Charles Hill Mailes
The Revenue Officer / Policeman
Charles West
The Go-Between
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