This Woman (1924)
Facing poverty, Carol Drayton is prevented from suicide by Rose, a woman of the streets, who buys Carol a meal in a cafe of questionable reputation. The cafe is raided, and Carol is arrested and jailed on the false testimony of wealthy Gordon Duane. When she is released, Carol is again penniless until intoxicated Bobby Bleeker pays her to sing beneath the window of his sweetheart, Aline Sturdevant, where she is discovered by Stratini, a famous impresario. While studying with Stratini, Carol is blackmailed by the butler. Whitney Duane (Gordon's brother) falls in love with her but doubts her because of the gossip, and Carol incurs Aline's wrath by borrowing money from Bobby for Rose. Carol finally realizes her love for Stratini, who has remained loyal to her, and they are married.
Cast
- Irene Rich - Carol Drayton
- Ricardo Cortez - Whitney Duane
- Louise Fazenda - Rose
- Frank Elliott - Gordon Duane
- Creighton Hale - Bobby Bleedon
- Marc McDermott - Stratini
- Helen Dunbar - Mrs. Sturdevant
- Clara Bow - Aline Sturdevant
- Otto Hoffman - Judson
Screenplay
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is This Woman about?
- Facing poverty, Carol Drayton is prevented from suicide by Rose, a woman of the streets, who buys Carol a meal in a cafe of questionable reputation. The cafe is raided, and Carol is arrested and jailed on the false testimony of wealthy Gordon Duane. When she is released, Carol is again penniless until intoxicated Bobby Bleeker pays her to sing beneath the window of his sweetheart, Aline Sturdevant, where she is discovered by Stratini, a famous impresario. While studying with Stratini, Carol is blackmailed by the butler. Whitney Duane (Gordon's brother) falls in love with her but doubts her because of the gossip, and Carol incurs Aline's wrath by borrowing money from Bobby for Rose. Carol finally realizes her love for Stratini, who has remained loyal to her, and they are married.
- Who directed This Woman?
- This Woman was directed by Phil Rosen.
- Who stars in This Woman?
- This Woman stars Irene Rich, Ricardo Cortez, Louise Fazenda, Frank Elliott, Creighton Hale, Marc McDermott.
- How long is This Woman?
- This Woman has a runtime of 1h 10m (70 minutes).
- What genre is This Woman?
- This Woman is a Drama film.
- Where was This Woman produced?
- This Woman was produced in United States of America.