The Burglar’s Dilemma (1912)

5.3/10 15 min Drama Crime

Overview

In this latter day Cain and Abel story, a jealous brother strikes down his sibling just as a young burglar is about to enter the house. The jealous brother summons police, who then charge the intruder with murder.

Cast

Lionel Barrymore

The Householder

Henry B. Walthall

The Householder's Weakling Brother

Robert Harron

Young Burglar

Harry Carey

Older Crook

Adolph Lestina

The Butler

Lillian Gish

Birthday Wellwisher

Dorothy Gish

Birthday Wellwisher

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