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The Oubliette

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1914-08-14
29m
English
Released
Bison Motion Pictures

About

Francois Villon, vagabond, poet and philosopher, and his friend Colin, leave the vagabond camp and start for Paris. En route to that city, Villon's heart is touched at sight of the eviction of an elderly couple from their poor home. Whereupon he empties his own and Colin's purse, pays the Beadle, and then resume their journey. Overcome with the pangs of hunger, they "lift " the purses of a couple of corpulent monks. For this breach of law both Villon and Colin are arrested and thrown into prison. This film and By the Sun's Rays are two of Chaney's earliest surviving films.

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About The Oubliette

Francois Villon, vagabond, poet and philosopher, and his friend Colin, leave the vagabond camp and start for Paris. En route to that city, Villon's heart is touched at sight of the eviction of an elderly couple from their poor home. Whereupon he empties his own and Colin's purse, pays the Beadle, and then resume their journey. Overcome with the pangs of hunger, they "lift " the purses of a couple of corpulent monks. For this breach of law both Villon and Colin are arrested and thrown into prison. This film and By the Sun's Rays are two of Chaney's earliest surviving films. Running 29 minutes.

The Oubliette Cast and Characters

The cast features Murdock MacQuarrie (as François Villon), Pauline Bush (as Philippa de Annonay), Lon Chaney (as Chevalier Bertrand de la Payne), Doc Crane (as King Louis XI), and Chester Withey (as Colin). Their performances are a major reason The Oubliette has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The Oubliette

The Oubliette 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 The Oubliette?

The Oubliette runs for 29 minutes (about 0.5 hour).

Is The Oubliette good? What's the rating?

The Oubliette holds a 3.3/10 rating based on 3 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of The Oubliette?

The main cast includes Murdock MacQuarrie, Pauline Bush, Lon Chaney, and Doc Crane, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The Oubliette available in English?

Yes — The Oubliette was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was The Oubliette released?

The Oubliette was released in 1914.

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What is The Oubliette about?

The Oubliette is a Drama/History English-language film. Francois Villon, vagabond, poet and philosopher, and his friend Colin, leave the vagabond camp and start for Paris. En route to that city, Villon's heart is touched at sight of the eviction of an elderly couple from their poor home. Whereupon he empties his own and Colin's purse, pays the Beadle, and then resume their journey. Overcome with the pangs of hunger, they "lift " the purses of a couple of corpulent monks. For this breach of law both Villon and Colin are arrested and thrown into prison. This film and By the Sun's Rays are two of Chaney's earliest surviving films.

When was The Oubliette released?

The Oubliette was released on August 14, 1914. It has a runtime of 29m. The film was produced by Bison Motion Pictures.

Who stars in The Oubliette?

The Oubliette stars Murdock MacQuarrie, Pauline Bush, Lon Chaney and Doc Crane. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The Oubliette available in HD?

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