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Realization

1916
18m
Drama

Status

Released

Release

1916

Runtime

18m

Storyline

Driven by her ambition to become an operatic star, Elsa successfully auditions for a small role with the company performing at Carl's theater. As she becomes a celebrated performer she also falls in love with Carl while also being wooed by the wealthy but disreputable Brown. She is torn until a fire breaks out during a performance and Carl steps in to save her.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
18m
Apr 22, 1916
Languages
No Language
Director
Tom Ricketts
Tom Ricketts
Production
American Film Manufacturing Company
American Film Manufacturing Company
Production Countries
United States of America

Top Cast

7 Cast Members

Gayne Whitman

Gayne Whitman

Carl

Vivian Rich

Vivian Rich

Elsa

George Periolat

George Periolat

Brown

Louise Lester

Louise Lester

Elsa's Mother

Frank Borzage

Frank Borzage

Edna Frawley

Barbara

Joseph Beaudry

Max Palmer

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