His Official Appointment - 1912

This touching short film lasts only 10 minutes, 34 seconds, but is rather engaging. Charles Kent is an old man, who has spent all he owns on influencing a government appointment. His faithful black servant, Amber (Hal Wilson), cares for him as he waits to hear from the Capitol. No one there intends to do anything but make fun of him, even sending a false appointment, to his shame.

11min
1912
Released
Trakio rating0.0/10
IMDB rating5.2/10

Cast

Norma Talmadge profile pictureNorma TalmadgeThe Secretary of State's Daughter
Tefft Johnson profile pictureTefft JohnsonSecretary of State
Charles Kent profile pictureCharles KentCol. Armistead

About His Official Appointment

His Official Appointment Overview

This touching short film lasts only 10 minutes, 34 seconds, but is rather engaging. Charles Kent is an old man, who has spent all he owns on influencing a government appointment. His faithful black servant, Amber (Hal Wilson), cares for him as he waits to hear from the Capitol. No one there intends to do anything but make fun of him, even sending a false appointment, to his shame.

Runtime: 11min

Extra details

Original Title: His Official Appointment
Original Language: English
Directed By: Charles Kent
Production Companies
Vitagraph Company of America