The Moth (1917)
The Age-old story of "The Moth and the Flame" told in twentieth century style by the screen's most capable exponents of emotional acting.
Spoiled young heiress Lucy Gillam knows only a life filled with parties and flirtations until she falls in love with a man who loves only her money. She marries him, and after their child is born, she is confronted with life's harsh realities after her husband demands more and more money with which to support his mistress.
Director: Edward José
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 72 min
Release Date: October 1, 1917
Cast
- Norma Talmadge - Lucy Gillam
- Hassard Short - A. Valentine Spencer
- Eugene O'Brien - Cpt. Bridgey
- Virginia Dare - Nita Marbridge
- Adolphe Menjou - Teddy Marbridge / The Husband
- Donald Hall - Ned Cunningham / Lawyer
- Maude Allen - Mrs. Cunningham
- Frank Kingdon - Lawrence Gillam
- Robert Vivian - Tutor
- Kenneth Worms - Larry
Screenplay
- William Dana Orcutt (Novel)
- John B. Clymer (Scenario Writer)
- Harry O. Hoyt (Scenario Writer)
- Harry O. Hoyt (Screenplay)
- John B. Clymer (Screenplay)
Cinematography: Benjamin Struckman, Edward Wynard
Production: Norma Talmadge Film Corporation
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Themes
Suicidal Thoughts and Despair
Keywords
suicide attempt, mistress
More Films by Director: Edward José
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Moth about?
- Spoiled young heiress Lucy Gillam knows only a life filled with parties and flirtations until she falls in love with a man who loves only her money. She marries him, and after their child is born, she is confronted with life's harsh realities after her husband demands more and more money with which to support his mistress.
- Who directed The Moth?
- The Moth was directed by Edward José.
- Who stars in The Moth?
- The Moth stars Norma Talmadge, Hassard Short, Eugene O'Brien, Virginia Dare, Adolphe Menjou, Donald Hall.
- How long is The Moth?
- The Moth has a runtime of 1h 12m (72 minutes).
- What genre is The Moth?
- The Moth is a Drama film.
- Where was The Moth produced?
- The Moth was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of The Moth?
- The themes of The Moth include: Suicidal Thoughts and Despair.