The Avenging Conscience

(1914)Directed by D.W. Griffith83 minDrama, Horror
The criminal haunted by tortures of the mind

Thwarted by his despotic uncle from continuing his love affair, a young man's thoughts turn dark as he dwells on ways to deal with his uncle. Becoming convinced that murder is merely a natural part of life, he kills his uncle and hides the body. However, the man's conscience awakens; paranoia sets in and nightmarish visions begin to haunt him.

Henry B. Walthallas The Nephew
Blanche Sweetas The Sweetheart
George Siegmannas The Italian
Ralph Lewisas The Detective
Mae Marshas The Maid
Robert Harronas The Grocery Boy
Josephine Crowellas The Sweetheart's Mother (uncredited)
Walter Longas The Detective (uncredited)
Wallace Reidas The Doctor (uncredited)