The Law of the North
When Edith Graham returns from school to live with her father, Lieutenant Graham, at a Northwest Mounted Police post in Hudson's Bay, she finds herself courted by two suitors, Corporal John Emerson and Reginald Annesley, the latter of whom is a wealthy purchasing agent for the post. Annesley however is also involved with the half-breed Marie. When Marie tells him she is carrying his child Annesley kills her and attempts to frame Emerson. However, Edith is suspicious and sets out to find the truth.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1917 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, Adventure |
| Director | Burton George |
| Runtime | 50 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.0/10 (1 votes) |
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The film constructs a classic love triangle against the harsh northern backdrop, relying on the contrast between civilization and wilderness. It explores racial and social prejudices through its melodramatic framework, a bold choice for its era.
What lingers after viewing is the tension between honor and deception, wrapped in an early adventure-mystery. The moral clarity and dramatic stakes remain effective despite the film's age. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Burton George
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With a warm drink in hand, wrapped in a blanket for this early northern drama.
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