7.0A Leech of Industry · 1914
A Leech of Industry (1914) is a Drama film directed by Oscar Apfel, starring Irving Cummings, Pearl Sindelar, Eleanor Woodruff.
Drama
7.0Overview
Newly immigrated from Russia young factory worker Irma loves Alex, and they plan to marry. When he is killed in an explosion a heartbroken Irma finds herself in the family way. Alex’s brother Ivan proposes marriage though it costs him the love of Margaret. Years pass and Ivan becomes successful in business, finding himself in competition with his former employer for a large contract. Margaret, still bitter at being spurned, works with Ivan’s competitor to steal information on his bid for the job. Ivan discovers the plot in time and a race to the state capital ensues between him on a special train and his adversaries in a car alongside. A collision leads to a divisive victory for Ivan who also comes to realize his heart truly belongs to Irma.
Cast
Irving Cummings, Pearl Sindelar, Eleanor Woodruff, Edward José, Riley Hatch, Harrish Ingraham, James Riley
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What is "A Leech of Industry" about?
Newly immigrated from Russia young factory worker Irma loves Alex, and they plan to marry. When he is killed in an explosion a heartbroken Irma finds herself in the family way. Alex’s brother Ivan proposes marriage though it costs him the love of Margaret. Years pass and Ivan becomes successful in business, finding himself in competition with his former employer for a large contract. Margaret, still bitter at being spurned, works with Ivan’s competitor to steal information on his bid for the job. Ivan discovers the plot in time and a race to the state capital ensues between him on a special train and his adversaries in a car alongside. A collision leads to a divisive victory for Ivan who also comes to realize his heart truly belongs to Irma.
When was "A Leech of Industry" released?
A Leech of Industry was released in 1914.
Who stars in "A Leech of Industry"?
The cast includes Irving Cummings, Pearl Sindelar, Eleanor Woodruff, Edward José.
