What are the key story phases in His Trust?

The story of His Trust progresses through these phases: Production Context, Narrative Focus, Legacy & Preservation.

How does His Trust end?

In the final act ("Legacy & Preservation"): The film's sequel is noted and surviving prints are archived at major institutions.

His Trust (1911) — AI Story Visualization

Name: His Trust
Genre: drama, history, war
Released: 1911
Rating: 4.1

Plot Analysis Summary

A silent drama focusing on a servant's devotion and sacrifice.

Story Structure — 3 Plot Phases

Production Context

Narrative Focus

Legacy & Preservation

A Confederate officer is called off to war. He leaves his wife and daughter in the care of George, his faithful Negro servant. After the officer is killed in battle, George continues in his caring duties, faithful to his trust.

Directed by

D.W. Griffith

Key Cast

Wilfred Lucas — George
Dell Henderson — Col. Frazier
Claire McDowell — Col. Frazier's wife
Edith Haldeman — The Fraziers' child
Dorothy West — The Daughter as an Adult

Rating: 4.1/10 (23 votes)