Trilby (1915)
The hypnotic Svengali controls the singing voice of a young starlet, but he cannot control her heart. This 1915 Maurice Tourneur film is a version of the famous du Maurier novel. It was later done in a more famous 1931 film named Svengali with John Barrymore. The later film obviously changed the title due to the huge presence of its star.
Director: Maurice Tourneur
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 59 min
Release Date: September 19, 1915
Cast
- Wilton Lackaye - Svengali
- Clara Kimball Young - Trilby O'Ferral
- Paul McAllister - Gecko
- Chester Barnett - Billie
- D.J. Flanagan
Screenplay
- George du Maurier (Novel)
- Paul M. Potter (Theatre Play)
- Eugenie Magnus Ingleton (Screenplay)
Production: Equitable Motion Pictures Corporation
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Maurice Tourneur
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Trilby about?
- The hypnotic Svengali controls the singing voice of a young starlet, but he cannot control her heart. This 1915 Maurice Tourneur film is a version of the famous du Maurier novel. It was later done in a more famous 1931 film named Svengali with John Barrymore. The later film obviously changed the title due to the huge presence of its star.
- Who directed Trilby?
- Trilby was directed by Maurice Tourneur.
- Who stars in Trilby?
- Trilby stars Wilton Lackaye, Clara Kimball Young, Paul McAllister, Chester Barnett, D.J. Flanagan.
- How long is Trilby?
- Trilby has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
- What genre is Trilby?
- Trilby is a Drama film.
- Where was Trilby produced?
- Trilby was produced in United States of America.