The Little Match Girl (1914)

The Little Match Girl (1914) poster

A poor child strikes matches for warmth and dies in the snow.

Director: Percy Nash
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 9 min
Release Date:

Cast

Screenplay

Production: Neptune Film Company
Country: United Kingdom
Language: No Language
Original Language: en

Themes

Crushing Despair and the Void, A Weary Soul and Exhaustion, Daily Struggles of the Working Class, Poverty Cycle and Hopelessness, Social Commentary and Reflection

Keywords

snow, poverty, silent film, andersen tales, barefoot female

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Little Match Girl about?
A poor child strikes matches for warmth and dies in the snow.
Who directed The Little Match Girl?
The Little Match Girl was directed by Percy Nash.
Who stars in The Little Match Girl?
The Little Match Girl stars John East.
How long is The Little Match Girl?
The Little Match Girl has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
What genre is The Little Match Girl?
The Little Match Girl is a Drama film.
Where was The Little Match Girl produced?
The Little Match Girl was produced in United Kingdom.
What are the themes of The Little Match Girl?
The themes of The Little Match Girl include: Crushing Despair and the Void, A Weary Soul and Exhaustion, Daily Struggles of the Working Class, Poverty Cycle and Hopelessness, Social Commentary and Reflection.