The Midnight Bell (1913) watch online HD

The story of this old, rural melodrama is pretty widely known and as well liked. It has an old-time plot and is a popular, rather than an artistic offering, with plenty of the good, old horse-play. It didn't take strongly with a Broadway audience in the afternoon; but there were many that seemed impressed and we believe that it will go well in most places. We like the adaptation as acted and produced; the characters are pleasing. Clara Dale is nothing else but charming in the role of Annie Gray and Theodore Gamble makes his Ned Olcott a fine, manly lad. T.J. Commerford makes up into a perfect Squire, although his playing offered not enough contrast; he didn't seem sensitive at all times. Edith De Valmaseda, as the school teacher, adds much to the picture's charm, Lillian Leighton is a motherly Mrs. Gray. John Lancaster looks his part in the role of the justice of the peace. These are capably supported by a large cast. The producer is Charles French. The camera work is of good quality. - The Moving Picture World, May 17, 1913