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A Leech of Industry

A thrilling story of business, intrigue and present-day industrial conditions. Splendidly acted and superbly mounted.

Drama
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1914-03-28
20m
English
Released
Pathé Frères

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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.

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About A Leech of Industry

A thrilling story of business, intrigue and present-day industrial conditions. Splendidly acted and superbly mounted.

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. Running 20 minutes.

A Leech of Industry Cast and Characters

The cast features Irving Cummings (as Ivan Romanoff), Pearl Sindelar (as Margaret Wright), Eleanor Woodruff (as Irma Nelken), Edward José (as James Wright), and Riley Hatch (as Nelken Sr.). Their performances are a major reason A Leech of Industry has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching A Leech of Industry

A Leech of Industry flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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How long is A Leech of Industry?

A Leech of Industry runs for 20 minutes (about 0.3 hour).

Is A Leech of Industry good? What's the rating?

A Leech of Industry holds a 7.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — well above average.

Who is in the cast of A Leech of Industry?

The main cast includes Irving Cummings, Pearl Sindelar, Eleanor Woodruff, and Edward José, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is A Leech of Industry available in English?

Yes — A Leech of Industry was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was A Leech of Industry released?

A Leech of Industry was released in 1914.

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What is A Leech of Industry about?

A Leech of Industry is a Drama English-language film. 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 on March 28, 1914. It has a runtime of 20m. The film was produced by Pathé Frères.

Who stars in A Leech of Industry?

A Leech of Industry stars Irving Cummings, Pearl Sindelar, Eleanor Woodruff and Edward José. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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