Tragedy of the Desert (1912)
An English doctor based in Egypt finds his wife in the arms of a local diplomat, and in a madness-induced frenzy departs for the desert. After being discovered by wandering Bedouins, Dr. Cochran embraces their practices and begins to fall in love with Zeinab, the daughter of a Sheik. Tragedy ensues when his forgotten wife visits the village and beckons him to take her back.
Director: Sidney Olcott
Release Date: July 1, 1912
Cast
- Gene Gauntier - Miriam — the Doctor's Wife
- Robert G. Vignola - The Flirtatious Malmoud Bey
- Alice Hollister - Zenab, The Arab Girl
- J.P. McGowan - The Arab Sheik
- J.J. Clark - Dr. Franklin Cochran
Music: Walter C. Simon
Production: Kalem Company, General Film Company
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Sidney Olcott
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Tragedy of the Desert about?
- An English doctor based in Egypt finds his wife in the arms of a local diplomat, and in a madness-induced frenzy departs for the desert. After being discovered by wandering Bedouins, Dr. Cochran embraces their practices and begins to fall in love with Zeinab, the daughter of a Sheik. Tragedy ensues when his forgotten wife visits the village and beckons him to take her back.
- Who directed Tragedy of the Desert?
- Tragedy of the Desert was directed by Sidney Olcott.
- Who stars in Tragedy of the Desert?
- Tragedy of the Desert stars Gene Gauntier, Robert G. Vignola, Alice Hollister, J.P. McGowan, J.J. Clark.
- Where was Tragedy of the Desert produced?
- Tragedy of the Desert was produced in United States of America.