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Released
1914 · FILM

The Avenging Conscience: or 'Thou Shalt Not Kill'

The criminal haunted by tortures of the mind

Directed by
Color
Black & White
Runtime
83 min
CrimeDramaHorror

Synopsis

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.

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Principal cast & crew: 12

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Also known as

  • The Avenging Conscience: or 'Thou Shalt Not Kill'en
  • La conciencia vengadoraes
  • La Conscience vengeressefr

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