The Honorable Friend (1916)
Makino works for Kayosho, a Japanese curio dealer in America. To reward Makino's dedication, Kayosho sends for Toki-ye, a picture bride. Upon arrival, she is married to Makino in a civil ceremony. However, Kayosho intends to keep Toki-ye for himself. This angers Goto, another employee. Kayosho was betrothed to Goto's niece, Hana. One day Kayosho is found dead in a pool.
Director: Edward LeSaint
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Sessue Hayakawa as Makino |
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Tsuru Aoki as Toki-Ye |
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Raymond Hatton as Kayosho |
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William Elmer as Murphy |
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Goro Kino as Goto |
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M. Matsumato as Hana |
| Writing | Elizabeth McGaffey | Story |
| Writing | Eve Unsell | Writer |
| Directing | Edward LeSaint | Director |