Salome (1918)
Palestine, under the rule of Rome. Salome, daughter of Herodias and both niece and stepdaughter of King Herod, becomes infatuated with the prophet John the Baptist, who publicly denounces the depravity of the royal family and proclaims the arrival of a new messiah. (Film presumed lost.)
Director: J. Gordon Edwards
Genre: Drama, History
Runtime: 80 min
Release Date: August 10, 1918
Cast
- Theda Bara - Salome
- G. Raymond Nye - King Herod
- Alan Roscoe - John the Baptist
- Herbert Heyes - Sejanus
- Bertram Grassby - Prince David
- Genevieve Blinn - Queen Miriam
- Vera Doria - Naomi
- Al Fremont - Galba
Screenplay
- Adrian Johnson (Screenplay)
Cinematography: George Schneiderman, John W. Boyle
Production: Fox Film Corporation
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
palestine, roman empire, bible, silent film, lost film
More Films by Director: J. Gordon Edwards
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Salome about?
- Palestine, under the rule of Rome. Salome, daughter of Herodias and both niece and stepdaughter of King Herod, becomes infatuated with the prophet John the Baptist, who publicly denounces the depravity of the royal family and proclaims the arrival of a new messiah. (Film presumed lost.)
- Who directed Salome?
- Salome was directed by J. Gordon Edwards.
- Who stars in Salome?
- Salome stars Theda Bara, G. Raymond Nye, Alan Roscoe, Herbert Heyes, Bertram Grassby, Genevieve Blinn.
- How long is Salome?
- Salome has a runtime of 1h 20m (80 minutes).
- What genre is Salome?
- Salome is a Drama, History film.
- Where was Salome produced?
- Salome was produced in United States of America.