A Boy at the Throttle

In A Boy at the Throttle, the plot revolves around Bobbie Layson, a young boy who accidentally puts a freight engine in motion. His mother, Helen, stationed at Lone Point, must act quickly to avert disaster by derailing the runaway train before it collides with an oncoming passenger train. This film exemplifies the tension and excitement characteristic of early thrillers.

As a lost film, A Boy at the Throttle adds historical significance to any collection focused on early cinema. The film features notable performances from Helen Gibson, Franklyn Hall, Clarence Burton, and Tom Trent. Collectors may find interest in its connection to the Hazards of Helen series and its representation of the thriller genre in the silent film era.