Broncho Billy and the Schoolmistress (1912)
"Broncho Billy and the Schoolmistress" (1912, 14 minutes) is a comedy-drama about yet another girl from the East who doesn't need to be protected from the local dangers. Broncho Billy plays a passive role, and even takes a bullet when a jealous villain tries to eliminate him from the new teacher's dance card. Filmed in the wilds of Fairfax, California and at Essanay Studios in San Rafael.
Director: Gilbert M. Anderson
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Gilbert M. Anderson as Broncho Billy |
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Brinsley Shaw as Billy's Rival |
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Augustus Carney as Alkali Ike |
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Arthur Mackley as Stage Driver / Doctor |
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Fred Church as |
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R. Henry Grey as |
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Louis Morisette as |
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Victor Potel as |
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Harry Todd as |
| Directing | Gilbert M. Anderson | Director |