The Master Physician (1915)
Goethe’s Faust myth makes an appearance in this drama about a dispute between two scientists. When Doctor Voluntas discovers that his rival, the virtuous Doctor Felix, is about to overtake him in the preparation of a serum for cancer, he decides to lure the good doctor into corruption. An innocent woman, Margaret, is reeled in as a decoy and it works! Doctor Felix soon forgets both about his work and himself, while the devil stands ready to take possession of his soul. (Stumfilm.dk)
Director: Robert Dinesen
Runtime: 56 min
Release Date: December 9, 1915
Cast
- Carlo Wieth - Dr. Felix
- Johanne Fritz-Petersen - Margaret
- Henry Seemann - Vincent
- Betzy Kofoed - Sara
- Arne Weel - Seidel
- Ellen Møller - Maid
- Agnes Lorentzen
Screenplay
Original Language: da
More Films by Director: Robert Dinesen
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Master Physician about?
- Goethe’s Faust myth makes an appearance in this drama about a dispute between two scientists. When Doctor Voluntas discovers that his rival, the virtuous Doctor Felix, is about to overtake him in the preparation of a serum for cancer, he decides to lure the good doctor into corruption. An innocent woman, Margaret, is reeled in as a decoy and it works! Doctor Felix soon forgets both about his work and himself, while the devil stands ready to take possession of his soul. (Stumfilm.dk)
- Who directed The Master Physician?
- The Master Physician was directed by Robert Dinesen.
- Who stars in The Master Physician?
- The Master Physician stars Carlo Wieth, Johanne Fritz-Petersen, Henry Seemann, Betzy Kofoed, Arne Weel, Ellen Møller.
- How long is The Master Physician?
- The Master Physician has a runtime of 56m (56 minutes).