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  • The Dancer (I) (1914)
  • Short | Drama, Short
The Dancer (I) (1914)
Short | Drama, Short

De Forrest, a millionaire, falls madly in love with Evelyn Wade, an interpreter of classic dances. Determined to win her at all hazards, the millionaire succeeds in having Evelyn's vaudeville contract broken. Her aged mother seriously ill,...See moreDe Forrest, a millionaire, falls madly in love with Evelyn Wade, an interpreter of classic dances. Determined to win her at all hazards, the millionaire succeeds in having Evelyn's vaudeville contract broken. Her aged mother seriously ill, Evelyn, needing money, is in despair. Just at this time, De Forrest makes her a flattering offer to dance at a reception he is giving. Evelyn accepts and scores a triumph. She later becomes the millionaire's wife. The social whirl goes to the dancer's head, causing her to forget her old mother. A year passes. Due to Evelyn's jealousy, De Forrest's love for her vanishes. Because she believes him in love with Helen Morris, an actress, Evelyn decides to return home. It is then she learns her mother has died in dire poverty. The realization of what her butterfly existence has brought about fills Evelyn with remorse. A policeman patrolling the waterfront that evening, finds the dancer's hat, purse and gloves lying on the pier. Written by Moving Picture World synopsis See less
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Updated Oct 5, 1914

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Oct 5, 1914 (United States)

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5 cast members
Name Known for
Verna Mersereau
Evelyn Wade - the Dancer (as Mademoiselle Verna Mersereau) Evelyn Wade - the Dancer (as Mademoiselle Verna Mersereau)   See fewer
Robert G. Vignola
De Forrest - a Millionaire De Forrest - a Millionaire   See fewer
James B. Ross
Montayne - the Roue Montayne - the Roue   See fewer
Marguerite Courtot
Helen Morris - an Actress Helen Morris - an Actress   See fewer
Henry Hallam
The Theatrical Agent The Theatrical Agent   See fewer
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