The read
It runs a compact 1h 13m.
Synopsis
Constance Bannister enters into a trial marriage contract with Dr. Thorvald Ware and finds happiness with him. She defies his wishes by dancing at a charity ball in a revealing costume, however, and he dissolves the contract, not knowing that she is with child. A year passes. Constance marries Oliver Mowbray, and Thorvald marries Constance's sister, Grace. Both couples are quite unhappy and later obtain divorces. Oliver and Grace go to Europe, and Constance and Thorvald are married in a civil ceremony, united by their love both for each other and for their child.
Ratings
IMDb6.7/10
1 audience votes
Key crew
- Erle C. KentonDirector
- Sonya LevienScreenplay
Cast
- Norman KerryOliver Mowbray
- Sally EilersConstance Bannister
- Jason Robards Sr.Dr. Thorvald Ware
- Thelma ToddGrace Logan
- Charles ClaryGeorge Bannister
- Naomi ChildersMrs. George Bannister, 1st
- Rosemary ThebyMrs. Geoorge Bannister, 4th
- Gertrude ShortPrudence
- Kane RichmondParty Guest (uncredited)
- Ronald R. RondellParty Guest (uncredited)
Stills
Themes
romance