The Bell of Justice (1911) User Reviews

Acted simply as it is, it is very effective

[deickemeyer · 4 April 2016]

The old Russian story of the Bell of Justice makes a delightful photoplay. The staging and costuming of the picture are in keeping and, acted simply as it is, it is very effective. After the king has dedicated the bell and is standing near with his lords, an old woman steps out from the people and pulls the rope. The child-like simplicity of this action seems just the touch that is needed to open the story and the same simplicity has been fairly well maintained through the whole film. The Vitagraph Company has a number of strongly contrasted characters and their presence in the picture adds much to its charm. It makes a very commendable film. - The Moving Picture World, September 2, 1911