The Open Switch starring Helen Holmes
This gem is presented by Silent Hall of Fame. Please visit https://silent-hall-of-fame.org/ to support our non-profit mission and the legacy of silent movie stars by making a tax deductible contribution. FEEL FREE TO FOLLOW US ON TWITTER @SilentFilmGems This is a short preview. You can watch the whole film here: https://silent-hall-of-fame.org/index.php/gems-for-donation "The Open Switch" is a railway action crime drama included in our program to illustrate the work and contributions of our star Helen Holmes. Federal agents investigate the mysterious disappearance of a postal package, which is of great value to the railroad company. Helen Holmes gets a tip and helps to detain the criminals and find the missing property. Directed by J.P. McGowan Produced by Morris R. Schlank Scenario by unknown Cinematography unknown Starring Helen Holmes, Jack Perrin, Charles Whittaker, Mack V. Wright Distributed by Anchor Film Distributors Release date July 1925 Running time 48 min. Country United States Language Silent, English intertitles Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976: "Allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."
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