The Sign of the Cross (1914)
In 64 A.D., Marcus Superbus is Prefect of Rome. When the Emperor Nero decides to renew persecution of the Christians, Marcus opposes him, fearing for the safety of Mercia, the Christian woman whom he loves. Through the machinations of the Empress Poppaea and other women at court, Tigellinus, Nero's agent in the war against the Christians, convinces Nero to have Mercia arrested. Marcus appeals to the emperor for mercy, but is told that she can be saved only by renouncing Christianity. Waiting to enter the arena to be killed, Mercia steadfastly refuses to reject her religion, despite Marcus' pleas. Finally, Marcus is converted by her and they enter the arena to face death together.
Director: Frederick A. Thomson
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 67 min
Release Date: December 21, 1914
Cast
- William Farnum - Marcus Superbus
- Rosina Henley - Mercia, a Christian maid
- Sheridan Block - Nero
- Morgan Thorpe - Favius
- Ethel Grey Terry - Berenice
- Lila Barclay - Poppaea
- George Majeroni - Tigellinus
- Ogden Childe - Stephanus
- Ethel Phillips - Dacia
- Charles E. Vernon - Glabrio
Screenplay
- Wilson Barrett (Theatre Play)
Production: Famous Players Film Company
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Frederick A. Thomson
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Sign of the Cross about?
- In 64 A.D., Marcus Superbus is Prefect of Rome. When the Emperor Nero decides to renew persecution of the Christians, Marcus opposes him, fearing for the safety of Mercia, the Christian woman whom he loves. Through the machinations of the Empress Poppaea and other women at court, Tigellinus, Nero's agent in the war against the Christians, convinces Nero to have Mercia arrested. Marcus appeals to the emperor for mercy, but is told that she can be saved only by renouncing Christianity. Waiting to enter the arena to be killed, Mercia steadfastly refuses to reject her religion, despite Marcus' pleas. Finally, Marcus is converted by her and they enter the arena to face death together.
- Who directed The Sign of the Cross?
- The Sign of the Cross was directed by Frederick A. Thomson.
- Who stars in The Sign of the Cross?
- The Sign of the Cross stars William Farnum, Rosina Henley, Sheridan Block, Morgan Thorpe, Ethel Grey Terry, Lila Barclay.
- How long is The Sign of the Cross?
- The Sign of the Cross has a runtime of 1h 7m (67 minutes).
- What genre is The Sign of the Cross?
- The Sign of the Cross is a Drama film.
- Where was The Sign of the Cross produced?
- The Sign of the Cross was produced in United States of America.