
His Trust
The Faithful Devotion and Self-Sacrifice of an Old Negro Servant
Directed by D.W. Griffith
Produced by American Mutoscope & Biograph
An early silent drama centered on loyalty and duty, depicting a servant's steadfast devotion to his employer's family through war and loss.
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.
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Questions people ask
Is His Trust scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of films.
Is His Trust easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 71% of films.
Is His Trust sad? Somewhat. More sad than 70% of films.
Is His Trust violent? Not especially. Less violent than 64% of films.
Does His Trust end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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How much this film gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
Conventional, and it does not land.
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How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
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Like His Trust
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as His Trust
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like His Trust, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like His Trust, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like His Trust, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































