Under the Yoke (1918)
The battle for love of a woman with no regrets
As described in a film magazine, when Maria Valverda (Bara) refuses the attentions of Diablo Ramirez (Nye), he starts an insurrection among the native Filipinos. Maria's father Don Ramon is killed and Maria is held hostage. She gets word to Capt. Paul Winter (Roscoe) of the American troops in Manila and he comes to her assistance, but his troops are outnumbered and they are made prisoners by the revolting revolutionists. Maria and Paul attempt to escape, but they are caught and brought back. At the Manila headquarters, trouble is suspected and reinforcements are sent. Before long, the revolt is subdued and peace reigns over Maria's home, and happiness over the betrothal of Maria and Paul. This film is lost.
Cast
- Theda Bara - Maria Valverda
- Alan Roscoe - Capt. Paul Winter (as Albert Roscoe)
- G. Raymond Nye - Diablo Ramirez
- Edwin B. Tilton - Don Ramon Valverde
- Carrie Clark Ward - Duenna
Screenplay
- Adrian Johnson
- George Scarborough (Story)
Keywords
lost film
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Under the Yoke about?
- As described in a film magazine, when Maria Valverda (Bara) refuses the attentions of Diablo Ramirez (Nye), he starts an insurrection among the native Filipinos. Maria's father Don Ramon is killed and Maria is held hostage. She gets word to Capt. Paul Winter (Roscoe) of the American troops in Manila and he comes to her assistance, but his troops are outnumbered and they are made prisoners by the revolting revolutionists. Maria and Paul attempt to escape, but they are caught and brought back. At the Manila headquarters, trouble is suspected and reinforcements are sent. Before long, the revolt is subdued and peace reigns over Maria's home, and happiness over the betrothal of Maria and Paul. This film is lost.
- Who directed Under the Yoke?
- Under the Yoke was directed by J. Gordon Edwards.
- Who stars in Under the Yoke?
- Under the Yoke stars Theda Bara, Alan Roscoe, G. Raymond Nye, Edwin B. Tilton, Carrie Clark Ward.
- How long is Under the Yoke?
- Under the Yoke has a runtime of 1h 30m (90 minutes).
- What genre is Under the Yoke?
- Under the Yoke is a Romance, Action, Drama film.
- Where was Under the Yoke produced?
- Under the Yoke was produced in United States of America.