In the early 1900s, the burgeoning Hollywood film industry saw the arrival of many actors and actresses intent on making it big. One was Martha Mansfield, who stood among some of the most famous names in theater, and eventually silent film. However, just as her career was blossoming into stardom, a disaster occurred that no one could have foreseen. After filming a long and tiring scene, Mansfield took a moment to rest in her car only to suddenly become engulfed in flames. Her coworkers jumped into action to save her life—but the outcome was catastrophic.