Poster or still from "Edgar Allan Poe" (1909) director D. W. Griffith, cinematographer Billy Bitzer

"Edgar Allan Poe" (1909) director D. W. Griffith, cinematographer Billy Bitzer

1909 · 7 min · Free · No sign-up

This gem is presented by Silent Hall of Fame. Please visit https://silent-hall-of-fame.org/ to support our non-profit mission and the legacy of silent movie stars by making a tax deductible contribution. FEEL FREE TO FOLLOW US ON TWITTER @SilentFilmGems The film is a short drama based on the poem “The Raven” by Edgar Allan Poe. It is included in our program to illustrate the work of our stars Arthur V. Johnson, Robert Harron and Billy Bitzer. Arthur Johnson plays the role of the first publisher, who rejects the poem. A 15 y.o. Robert Harron plays the doorman, who directs the visitor to the rig

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