The Tree of Knowledge (1920)
The wicked Belle gets her hands on Nigel Stanyon, a young man who was about to embark on a career as a minister. She seduces him, empties his bank account and tosses him aside. In the depths of despair, Nigel is discovered by Brian, a wealthy old friend, who secures him a job as an overseer on his family estate. One day Brian embarks on a trip abroad, and Nigel is astounded when he returns home with a new wife—Nigel's old flame, Belle.
Director: William C. deMille
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 50 min
Release Date: January 18, 1920
Cast
- Theodore Kosloff - Adam
- Yvonne Gardelle - Lilith
- Robert Warwick - Nigel Stanyon
- Kathlyn Williams - Belle
- Wanda Hawley - Monica
- Tom Forman - Brian
- Winter Hall - Siur Mostyn Hollingsworth
- Irving Cummings - Loftus Roupelle
- Loyola O'Connor - Mrs. Stanyon
- Clarence Geldart - The Baron
Screenplay
- R.C. Carton (Original Story)
- Margaret Turnbull (Scenario Writer)
Cinematography: L. Guy Wilky
Production: Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: William C. deMille
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Tree of Knowledge about?
- The wicked Belle gets her hands on Nigel Stanyon, a young man who was about to embark on a career as a minister. She seduces him, empties his bank account and tosses him aside. In the depths of despair, Nigel is discovered by Brian, a wealthy old friend, who secures him a job as an overseer on his family estate. One day Brian embarks on a trip abroad, and Nigel is astounded when he returns home with a new wife—Nigel's old flame, Belle.
- Who directed The Tree of Knowledge?
- The Tree of Knowledge was directed by William C. deMille.
- Who stars in The Tree of Knowledge?
- The Tree of Knowledge stars Theodore Kosloff, Yvonne Gardelle, Robert Warwick, Kathlyn Williams, Wanda Hawley, Tom Forman.
- How long is The Tree of Knowledge?
- The Tree of Knowledge has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is The Tree of Knowledge?
- The Tree of Knowledge is a Drama film.
- Where was The Tree of Knowledge produced?
- The Tree of Knowledge was produced in United States of America.