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"The Mistletoe Bough" (1904) is a silent short film directed by Percy Stow. The film is based on the popular English ballad of the same name, which tells a tragic and haunting tale.

Plot Summary:
The story revolves around a young bride who, during a wedding celebration at her family's mansion, suggests a game of hide-and-seek. She hides in an old chest in an attic, but the lid accidentally locks shut. Despite frantic searches, she is never found. Years later, the chest is opened, and her remains are discovered, still dressed in her wedding gown, with mistletoe entwined around her.

Significance:
Early Silent Horror: The film is one of the earliest examples of silent horror, using the tragic story to evoke a sense of melancholy and fear.
Visual Storytelling: As a silent film, it relies entirely on visuals to convey the eerie atmosphere and the sad fate of the bride, showcasing early cinematic techniques in storytelling.
Cultural Legend: The film taps into a well-known English legend, bringing a popular tale to life for early 20th-century audiences.

Legacy:
"The Mistletoe Bough" is remembered as an early exploration of horror and tragedy in cinema. Its brief yet poignant depiction of the legend has contributed to the ongoing fascination with ghost stories and tragic folklore in film.

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