The Cross Bearer (1918)
Cardinal Mercier protects the altar of his church from desecration when German forces invade the Belgian city of Louvain during World War I. Although the soldiers commit widespread atrocities, the cardinal does his best to protect the townspeople.
Director: George Archainbaud
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: April 1, 1918
Cast
- Montagu Love - Cardinal Mercier
- Jeanne Eagels - Liane de Merode
- Tony Merlo - Lt. Maurice Lambeaux
- George Morgan - Gaston Van Leys
- Edward Elkas - Banker Van Leys
- Charles Brandt - Baron Spiegelman
- Eloise Clement - Jeanne Perrier
- Al Hart - Colonel Krause
- Alec B. Francis - Brother Joseph
- Kate Lester - The Cardinals Housekeeper
Screenplay
- Anne Maxwell (Scenario Writer)
Production: World Film
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
cardinal
More Films by Director: George Archainbaud
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Cross Bearer about?
- Cardinal Mercier protects the altar of his church from desecration when German forces invade the Belgian city of Louvain during World War I. Although the soldiers commit widespread atrocities, the cardinal does his best to protect the townspeople.
- Who directed The Cross Bearer?
- The Cross Bearer was directed by George Archainbaud.
- Who stars in The Cross Bearer?
- The Cross Bearer stars Montagu Love, Jeanne Eagels, Tony Merlo, George Morgan, Edward Elkas, Charles Brandt.
- How long is The Cross Bearer?
- The Cross Bearer has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is The Cross Bearer?
- The Cross Bearer is a Drama film.
- Where was The Cross Bearer produced?
- The Cross Bearer was produced in United States of America.