The Power of Melody

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The Power of Melody
Written byPaul Williams
Produced by David Horsley
Starring Harry von Meter
Vivian Rich
Eugenie Forde
Production
company
Distributed byMotion Picture Distributors and Sales Company
Release date
  • May 20, 1912 (1912-05-20)
CountryUnited States
LanguagesSilent film
English intertitles

The Power of Melody (also known as Delirium Tremens) is a 1912 American silent short drama film starring Harry Van Meter, Vivian Rich, and Eugenie Forde. [1] The film was written by pianist Paul Williams of Morristown, Indiana. [2]

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Plot

A dramatic portrayal of how music influenced the lives of several people in New York City and started them on a better course. [3]

Cast

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References

  1. "Star Theatre". News-Journal. 17 Jun 1912. Retrieved 2020-03-15.
  2. "Pianist Writes Scenario". The Daily Republican. 24 Aug 1912. Retrieved 2020-03-15.
  3. "The Power of Melody". News-Journal. 24 May 1912. Retrieved 2020-03-15.