The Way of the Cross, The Story of Ancient Rome
Synopsis
A story of ancient Rome. The scene of this story is laid in Rome in the days of Nero. Rome has recently suffered conflagrations and other disasters, and Nero, hoping to divert the public wrath from his own misconduct, has encouraged the persecution of the growing sect of Christians. Valerius, the hero of the story, is a young Roman officer of a better nature than the people with whom he is thrown in contact. Leah, the heroine, is a beautiful young woman, and one of the leading spirits of a band of Christians.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 21, 1909
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Stuart Blackton
- Screenplay & Story
- Madison C. Peters
- Original Title
- The Way of the Cross, The Story of Ancient Rome
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 13m
- Production Studios
- Vitagraph Company of America
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Stuart Blackton
Madison C. Peters
Department Leadership Roster
Madison C. Peters
Writer
J. Stuart Blackton
Director
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What is The Way of the Cross, The Story of Ancient Rome about?
A story of ancient Rome. The scene of this story is laid in Rome in the days of Nero. Rome has recently suffered conflagrations and other disasters, and Nero, hoping to divert the public wrath from his own misconduct, has encouraged the persecution of the growing sect of Christians. Valerius, the hero of the story, is a young Roman officer of a better nature than the people with whom he is thrown in contact. Leah, the heroine, is a beautiful young woman, and one of the leading spirits of a band of Christians.
Who directed The Way of the Cross, The Story of Ancient Rome?
The Way of the Cross, The Story of Ancient Rome was directed by J. Stuart Blackton.
Who stars in The Way of the Cross, The Story of Ancient Rome?
The principal cast of The Way of the Cross, The Story of Ancient Rome includes Rose Tapley, Maurice Costello, William Humphrey, Edith Storey, Stuart Holmes.
When was The Way of the Cross, The Story of Ancient Rome released and how long is it?
The Way of the Cross, The Story of Ancient Rome was released in 1909 with a total runtime of 13m.