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The Coward

Not Rated Drama War History

Starring: Frank Keenan, Charles Ray, Gertrude Claire, John Gilbert, Patricia Palmer

Writer: Thomas H. Ince, Thomas H. Ince

Release Date:
November 14, 1915
Ratings:
5.8 / 10
Director:
Reginald Barker
Companies:
New York Motion Picture

Overview

Set during the American Civil War, Keenan stars as a Virginia colonel and Charles Ray as his weak-willed son. The son is forced, at gunpoint, by his father to enlist in the Confederate army. He is terrified by the war and deserts during a battle. The film focuses on the son's struggle to overcome his cowardice.