(The Test of Friendship)

Content: Millionaire Edward Ross fakes bankruptcy during a dinner party to test his fawning friends, who immediately abandon him. Disillusioned, he leaves his wealthy life to work as a factory porter and find true friendship among the working class. When a factory overseer insults a worker named Jennie, Edward defends her by knocking the man down, sparking a close bond between them. Edward later falls severely ill and penniless, prompting Jennie to secretly sell her beautiful blonde hair to buy him food and medicine. Touched by her profound sacrifice, Edward recovers, reveals his true wealth, and marries her, bringing her into his world of luxury.

Countries:

United States of America

Genres:

Drama

Runtime:

13 minutes

Year:

1908

Directors:

D.W. Griffith

Production companies:

American Mutoscope and Biograph Company

Actors:

Edward Ross

Jennie Colman

The Butler / Foreman

The Valet

Guest / Man in Fight

Crews:

Director