The Flames of Chance (1918)
During World War I, Jeanette Gontreau becomes a "godmother" to three Allied soldiers imprisoned in a German camp. Describing herself as an old woman, she sends them cheerful letters and baskets of small gifts until one of the soldiers, Harry Ledyard, informs her that he has been released and will visit her in New York. Panic-stricken, Jeanette dons a wig and spectacles, and although she convinces Harry that she is old and gray, she soon falls in love with him. Harry worships his "godmother," and when secret service agents discover coded messages on her letters, he shields her by assuming the blame.
Director: Raymond Wells
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: January 20, 1918
Cast
- Margery Wilson - Jeanette Gontreau
- Jack Mulhall - Harry Ledyard
- Anna Dodge - Mrs. Ribbits
- Gino Corrado - Anatole
- Lee Phelps - Paul
- William V. Mong - Man (uncredited)
- Wilbur Higby - Frederick Armstrong
- Percy Challenger - Character Man
- Ben Lewis - John Finch
Screenplay
- Francis William Sullivan (Story)
- Harvey Gates (Scenario Writer)
- Elizabeth Haas (Scenario Writer)
Production: Triangle Film Corporation
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
lost film
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Flames of Chance about?
- During World War I, Jeanette Gontreau becomes a "godmother" to three Allied soldiers imprisoned in a German camp. Describing herself as an old woman, she sends them cheerful letters and baskets of small gifts until one of the soldiers, Harry Ledyard, informs her that he has been released and will visit her in New York. Panic-stricken, Jeanette dons a wig and spectacles, and although she convinces Harry that she is old and gray, she soon falls in love with him. Harry worships his "godmother," and when secret service agents discover coded messages on her letters, he shields her by assuming the blame.
- Who directed The Flames of Chance?
- The Flames of Chance was directed by Raymond Wells.
- Who stars in The Flames of Chance?
- The Flames of Chance stars Margery Wilson, Jack Mulhall, Anna Dodge, Gino Corrado, Lee Phelps, William V. Mong.
- How long is The Flames of Chance?
- The Flames of Chance has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is The Flames of Chance?
- The Flames of Chance is a Comedy, Drama film.
- Where was The Flames of Chance produced?
- The Flames of Chance was produced in United States of America.