L'absolution
A hungry orphan breaks into a house and, while laying hands on a piece of bread, is surprised by the old landlady. In desperation she throws a botlle at her. The lady, whose head has been hit, collapses and lies motionless. A few minutes later the orphan confesses her crime to a priest. From the description the girl makes, the priest understands that she is referring to his own mother.
- Released
- 1922
Details
Release year: 1922
Storyline
A hungry orphan breaks into a house and, while laying hands on a piece of bread, is surprised by the old landlady. In desperation she throws a botlle at her. The lady, whose head has been hit, collapses and lies motionless. A few minutes later the orphan confesses her crime to a priest. From the description the girl makes, the priest understands that she is referring to his own mother.
Top credits
- Geneviève Félix — Babette Séverin
- Paul Jorge — Grand-père Louis
- Ernest Maupain — Le prêtre
- Pierre Blanchar — Le matelot