Sealed Hearts (1919)
LOVE KNOWS NO LAW BUT NATURE'S
Frank Prentiss, a multi-millionaire who hates and distrusts women, convinces his adopted son, Jack, that they are detrimental to a man's success. The overworked Frank is forced to rest at the country home of his friend, Mr. Gray, where he meets and falls in love with the host's daughter, Kate. She refuses his proposal at first, but later accepts because her father, who has two younger children, is experiencing financial difficulties. Following the wedding, Kate is subjected to Frank's verbal abuse and seeks solace with Jack. Their friendship enrages Frank, who tortures them with his accusations. During a dinner party, Frank accuses Jack and Kate of being lovers in front of the male guests. Jack is restrained from accosting his father, but Frank suffers a fatal heart attack. Later, Jack and Kate fall in love and are married.
Cast
- Eugene O'Brien - Jack Prentiss
- Robert Edeson - Frank Prentiss
- Lucille Lee Stewart - Kate Gray
- Jack Dean - Mr. Gray
Screenplay
Keywords
silent film, partially lost film
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Sealed Hearts about?
- Frank Prentiss, a multi-millionaire who hates and distrusts women, convinces his adopted son, Jack, that they are detrimental to a man's success. The overworked Frank is forced to rest at the country home of his friend, Mr. Gray, where he meets and falls in love with the host's daughter, Kate. She refuses his proposal at first, but later accepts because her father, who has two younger children, is experiencing financial difficulties. Following the wedding, Kate is subjected to Frank's verbal abuse and seeks solace with Jack. Their friendship enrages Frank, who tortures them with his accusations. During a dinner party, Frank accuses Jack and Kate of being lovers in front of the male guests. Jack is restrained from accosting his father, but Frank suffers a fatal heart attack. Later, Jack and Kate fall in love and are married.
- Who directed Sealed Hearts?
- Sealed Hearts was directed by Ralph Ince.
- Who stars in Sealed Hearts?
- Sealed Hearts stars Eugene O'Brien, Robert Edeson, Lucille Lee Stewart, Jack Dean.
- How long is Sealed Hearts?
- Sealed Hearts has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is Sealed Hearts?
- Sealed Hearts is a Drama film.
- Where was Sealed Hearts produced?
- Sealed Hearts was produced in United States of America.