Movie Description
Love's Conquest
(1918)Overview
As described in a film magazine, determined that her son Francesco (Verdi) will have every advantage of a successful reign when he grows to manhood, Duchess Gismonda refuses all offers of marriage. A sudden danger to her son prompts her to offer her kingdom to the man who rescues the child. Almerio (Foote) braves the dangers of the lion's den to save the child, but because he is a slave the Duchess refuses to fulfill her vow. Gradually, she learns to love him, and after he assumes the guilt for a murder that she committed, Gismonda confesses to the crime and in the presence of her people makes Almerio her consort.
Featured Crew
- Director : Edward José
- Writer : Charles E. Whittaker
- Cast : Lina Cavalieri,Courtenay Foote,Fred Radcliffe,Frank Lee,J.H. Gilmour,Isabel Berwin,Freddie Verdi
Cast
Gismonda
almerio
Prince Zaccaria
Gregoras
bishop
nurse
francesco
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Facts
Original TitleLove's Conquest
Status Released
Release Information
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1918-05-21
Original Language
Runtime 00h 50m
Genres
- Drama
