Movie Description

The Lash of Power

(1917)

Overview

John Rand, having lived in a small town his entire life, dreams of possessing wealth and power in New York. Napoleon Bonaparte has long been his ideal, and one day he feels a message from the departed general urging him to take up the fight for world supremacy. He goes to the city ready to begin the battle, and there, aided by his Napoleonic visions, John amasses a great fortune, ruthlessly destroying everyone who presents an obstacle to his lust for power.

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Original TitleThe Lash of Power

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1917-11-05

Original Language

Runtime 00h 50m

Production CompaniesUniversal Film Manufacturing Company,Bluebird Photoplays

Genres

  • Drama