The Avenging Conscience was directed by D.W. Griffith in 1914. It is 50 minutes long, a step in Griffith's progressive move into feature films. His next film was to me his controversial masterpiece, Birth of a Nation. This film is based on writings of Edgar Allen Poe, it is Victorian and sentimental but it is also quite visual. Rather than be a spoiler I will let the story tell itself. I have added music and sound effects, and I may have gone a bit overboard myself as you will see if you watch it. As for the black rectangle at the bottom of the screen, someone had acquired this definitely publ
Film details
- Genre
- Edgar Allen Poe, Anabell Lee, silents
- Source
- Internet Archive
- Rights
- Public domain — free to watch
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Avenging Conscience for free?
You can stream The Avenging Conscience free and legally on OldReel, via the Internet Archive.
Is The Avenging Conscience in the public domain?
Yes — it is in the public domain and can be watched and shared freely.
