Suspense (1913): Silent Thriller Short 🎬

Suspense is a 1913 American silent short film thriller directed by Phillips Smalley and Lois Weber. Weber also wrote the scenario, and stars in the film with Valentine Paul. The film features early examples of a split screen shot and a car chase. <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />Starring: <br />Lois Weber as The Wife <br />Valentine Paul as The Husband <br />Douglas Gerrard as The Pursuer <br />Sam Kaufman as The Tramp <br />Lon Chaney as A Hobo (uncredited/unconfirmed)