The Lure of the Gown (1909)

"Fine feathers make fine birds", and handsome gowns make handsome women. Hence it is when Isabelle appears on the scene clad in a gown that is a masterpiece of the dressmaker's art she easily fascinates the male contingent, among whom is Enrico, the sweetheart of Veronica, a street singer. Enrico is so enraptured at the sight of Isabelle in her resplendent attire that he becomes her abject slave, casting aside the poor, peasant-clad little Italian street singer, who has loved him devotedly. Crushed almost beyond endurance the poor girl stands sobbing at the entrance of the park where the inconsistent lever left her. Her tears attract the attention of a wealthy young couple who happen to pass. In answer to their queries she tells them how contemptibly her sweetheart acted, and all because of the fascinating influence of a gown.

Directing:
  • D.W. Griffith
  • D. W. Griffith

Writing:
  • D.W. Griffith

Stars:
Release Date: 1909-03-15
themoviedb icon 4.5/10
  • Country: US
  • Language: No Language
  • Runtime: 6

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Owen Moore
Owen Moore
Rich Man
Herbert Prior
Herbert Prior
Man on Street
Marion Leonard
Marion Leonar...
Isabelle
Harry Solter
Harry Solter
Enrico
Florence Lawrence
Florence Lawr...
Veronica
Linda Arvidson
Linda Arvidso...
Rich Woman
Edwin August
Edwin August
John R. Cumpson
John R. Cumps...
Man on Street / At Dance
Adele DeGarde
Adele DeGarde
Child on Street
Anita Hendrie
Anita Hendrie
Veronica's Partner
Charles Inslee
Charles Insle...
Second Suitor
Arthur V. Johnson
Arthur V. Joh...
At Dance
David Miles
David Miles
Butler / Man on Street
Vivian Prescott
Vivian Presco...
Mack Sennett
Mack Sennett
At Dance
Dorothy West
Dorothy West
At Dance
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