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The Expiation
UNITED STATES · 1909
The Expiation
Synopsis
William is drawn to Edward's wife, Helen. Sensing his feelings might lead him into an affair, he decides to go away. As he says goodbye to Helen, Edward spies from behind a curtain. Soon afterwards Edward shoots himself, believing Helen can be happier with William. When William returns to convince Helen to become his wife, she refuses, blaming herself for Edward's suicide.
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unrequited love · guilt and redemption · sacrifice · misunderstanding · moral restraint
