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  • The Plot That Failed (I) (1912)
  • Short | Short, Thriller
The Plot That Failed (I) (1912)
Short | Short, Thriller

Jack completes his invention and takes the model to Craig, a wealthy manufacturer, who offers the young man an unreasonable low figure. Jack refuses to accept the offer and leaves, quite discouraged. Craig, who recognizes the value of the ...See moreJack completes his invention and takes the model to Craig, a wealthy manufacturer, who offers the young man an unreasonable low figure. Jack refuses to accept the offer and leaves, quite discouraged. Craig, who recognizes the value of the invention, determines to secure possession of the model and calls on Jean, an adventuress, who is deeply in love with the manufacturer. He advises Jean of his plans and next day she enters Jack's house through a ruse. Jean locates the model, but being unable to get it out of the house, She goes to Craig and tells him of the situation. Craig plays upon the affection of the adventuress and tells her that he will marry her if she secures the model. He hands her his revolver to be used as a last resort and the couple is not aware that Jack's sweetheart. Bertha, has overheard the conference. Bertha hastens to Jack's workshop and arrives before Jean. The girl hides behind the work bench and frustrates the plans of the adventuress. When Jack learns of the plot to rob him of his invention he again takes the model to Craig and exclaims, "If you want this so badly, I will take $25,000 for it." Craig sees that he can do nothing else but accept Jack's proposition and he therefore draws his check for that amount. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis See less
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Updated Oct 18, 1912

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Oct 18, 1912 (United States)

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Carlyle Blackwell
Jack - the Young Inventor Jack - the Young Inventor   See fewer
William H. West
Craig - the Manufacturer Craig - the Manufacturer   See fewer
Jane Wolfe
Jean - the Adventuress - aka The Viper Jean - the Adventuress - aka The Viper   See fewer
Louise Dunlap
Jack's Mother (as Mrs. Dunlap) Jack's Mother (as Mrs. Dunlap)   See fewer
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