The Failure

The Failure (1915)

Theatrical manager Isaac Shuman has a reputation for "taking advantage" of young girls who want to become stars on Broadway. Reporter Tom Warder investigates these stories and exposes Shuman in his newspaper.

Date of release
1915-05-27
Runtime
40m
Genres
Drama
Director
Christy Cabanne

Casting

Interesting facts

The Failure is a 1915 silent American 4-reel drama film, directed by Christy Cabanne. It stars John Emerson, Wahnetta Hanson, and A. D. Sears, and was released on May 27, 1915.

Production

In April 1915 it was announced that Christy Cabanne would be directing the picture, based on his screenplay. It was the third Mutual Master-Picture, and starred John Emerson. During production thousands of extras were used. During a theater scene, Cabanne utilized over 1400, and in another scene portraying a parade, he used an addition 4000. In another scene in a bar, when he ran short of actors, Cabanne had his production manager, Frank E.

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