The Expiation

A somber, stagebound silent melodrama of restrained longing and crushing remorse, played with earnest gravity and little relief.

Directed by

D.W. Griffith

Genres

Drama

Starring

Owen Moore, Marion Leonard, Arthur V. Johnson

Overview

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.

How it feels

Melancholic, dark and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Guilt, love, betrayal, death

Content

Mild violence. No gore, sexual content or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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