Pagan Love (1920)

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Coming to the U.S. from his native land to study Western civilization and continue work for his government young Chinaman Tsing Yu-Ch'ing attends an American university, then launches a Chinese newspaper in New York City. He also falls in love with the lovely Kathleen Levinsky who is blind. The daughter of a Jewish father and an Irish mother. Kathleen's life is barren of love, and she gladly accepts his attentions. When Dr. Hardwick, a classmate from college, calls on Tsing and meets Kathleen, he offers to cure her blindness through surgery. The operation is a success, but the newly sighted Kathleen is visibly upset by Tsing's appearance. After saving Kathleen from a killer known as the Hatchetman, Tsing returns to China and commits suicide, believing he will find eternal love with her in the afterlife.

Director: Hugo Ballin
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 60 min
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Production: Hugo Ballin Productions
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en

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national archives of canada

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pagan Love about?
Coming to the U.S. from his native land to study Western civilization and continue work for his government young Chinaman Tsing Yu-Ch'ing attends an American university, then launches a Chinese newspaper in New York City. He also falls in love with the lovely Kathleen Levinsky who is blind. The daughter of a Jewish father and an Irish mother. Kathleen's life is barren of love, and she gladly accepts his attentions. When Dr. Hardwick, a classmate from college, calls on Tsing and meets Kathleen, he offers to cure her blindness through surgery. The operation is a success, but the newly sighted Kathleen is visibly upset by Tsing's appearance. After saving Kathleen from a killer known as the Hatchetman, Tsing returns to China and commits suicide, believing he will find eternal love with her in the afterlife.
Who directed Pagan Love?
Pagan Love was directed by Hugo Ballin.
Who stars in Pagan Love?
Pagan Love stars Togo Yamamoto, Mabel Ballin, Rockliffe Fellowes, Charles Fang, Nellie Fillmore.
How long is Pagan Love?
Pagan Love has a runtime of 1h 0m (60 minutes).
What genre is Pagan Love?
Pagan Love is a Drama film.
Where was Pagan Love produced?
Pagan Love was produced in United States of America.