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A Useless Sacrifice

1911 · 12 min Drama
4.0 / 10 · TMDB

The photoplay has for theme the fickleness of Pierre, the village "Beau Brummel" of a pretty little French town. He makes love to Blanche, who promises to be his bride. Her friend, Mariette, coquettes with Pierre, and wins his affections, falling in love herself, at the same time. The jealousy which develops between the two girls, and the weakness of Pierre in deserting his fiancée are depicted in a most enthralling manner.

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Original Title L'inutile Sacrifice
Year 1911
Country France
Genre Drama
Director Clément Maurice
Runtime 12 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.0/10 (1 votes)

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The film constructs its drama through precise pantomime and the stark contrast between its characters, relying on a theatrical economy of gesture to convey deep emotion. It explores the timeless themes of fickleness and the corrosive nature of jealousy with remarkable clarity.

What lingers after viewing is the elegant simplicity of its visual storytelling and the potency of its silent performances. A poignant study of human weakness rendered in delicate visual strokes. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Clément Maurice

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Best viewed with live piano accompaniment, embracing the silent era's immersive theatricality.

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