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The Vision Beautiful
(1912) United States of America
B&W : One reel
Directed by Colin Campbell
Cast: Tom Santschi [Brother Peter], Herbert Rawlinson [Brother Paul], Hobart Bosworth [the master], Betty Harte [the serf]
The Selig Polyscope Company, Incorporated, production; distributed by The General Film Company, Incorporated. / Produced by William N. Selig. Scenario by Eloise Bradshaw. / Released 13 June 1912. / Standard 35mm spherical 1.33:1 format.
Drama.
Synopsis: [?] [From The Moving Picture World]? Longfellow’s beautiful poem, “The Legend Beautiful,” suggested the story told by “The Vision Beautiful.” The struggle between inclination and desire is fought out in the breast of a young monk, who is an artist and dreamer, having little sympathy for the menial tasks his vows entail. He is brought into close relations with the poorest and most miserable of the peasant class, and loathes the task of ministering to their wants. He experiences many hours of self-condemnation in his lonely cell, but sees the true light of his sacred calling, when a vision of “The Master” appears to him and shows that whatever kindly deed he does for the least and lowliest of his people is done for Him. The path of duty is clearly pointed out and the young monk cheerfully goes about his Master’s work.
Survival status: (unknown)
Current rights holder: Public domain [USA].
Listing updated: 4 October 2023.
References: Lahue-Selig p. 96 : Website-IMDb.
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