The Holy Flames

Former soldier Maurice Tabret returns home unhurt to marry his wife, Stella. Shortly after, he is paralyzed from the waist down in a tragic airplane crash. As the years pass, Stella becomes emotionally and romantically involved with Maurice's healthy brother. Maurice is suddenly discovered dead. While initially appearing to be a tragic or natural death, it is eventually revealed to be an intentional act of mercy. The investigation into his death forces a sweeping confrontation that reveals hidden truths, passionate devotion, and profound sacrifice within the family. German-language version of 1929's "The Sacred Flame", from the W. Somerset Maugham play, shot by Warner Bros. in Hollywood with a German-speaking cast.

• Berthold ViertelDirector
• Berthold ViertelWriter
• Heinrich FraenkelWriter
• William DieterleDirector

• Gustav FröhlichWalter Taylor
• Dita ParloStella
• Hans Heinrich von TwardowskiRobert Taylor
• Salka ViertelMrs. Taylor
• Vladimir SokoloffDr. Harvester
• Anton PointnerMajor Liconda
• Hubert von MeyerinckPastor
• Charlotte HagenbruchNurse Weyland