6.6
A Corner in Wheat
ShortCrimeDramaG
Duration
14mRelease
13 Dec 1909Country
United States
Language
EnglishOverview
On a whim, a greedy tycoon decides to corner the world market in wheat. This doubles the price of bread, forcing grain producers into charity lines and others further into poverty. The film contrasts the differences between the lives of those who work to grow the wheat and the life of the man who dabbles in its sale for profit.
Plot
An unscrupulous and greedy speculator decides to corner the wheat market for his own profit, establishing complete control over the markets.
Cast
Frank PowellGrace HendersonJames Kirkwood
Ratings
Internet Movie Database: 6.6/10
Details
Director
D.W. Griffith
Writers
D.W. GriffithFrank NorrisFrank E. Woods
Awards
1 win
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