Movie

Prohibition (1915)

• January 1, 1915
• 1h 0m

Overview

Jealous Ben attempts to destroy the engagement of his alcoholic brother, Dick, to the teetotaler Hattie by repeatedly sabotaging Dick's sobriety and even attempting physical harm. Despite Ben's numerous, escalating interventions—including framing Dick for assault and attempting to force a divorce after their wedding—the couple overcomes his sabotage. The story concludes with Hattie employing a unique visualization method during pregnancy to ensure her child avoids the family curse of drink.

Director

Hal Reid

Writers

Hal Reid

Starring

Charles Trowbridge, Charles Dow Clark, Thurlow Bergen