The Debt
Synopsis
A reception in their small village in celebration of the Count’s daughter Ann’s engagement to Baron Moreno is disrupted by the news that a mine in which the whole village has invested is worthless. Having persuaded the townspeople to invest their savings in the venture, the Count commits suicide, and the baron jilts the now-destitute Ann. Bereft Ann marries American promoter Slater, moving to the United States in hopes of earning enough to pay off her father's debts and the couple have a child. However, the baron follows Ann, raping her. Slater's jealous mother uses this opportunity to break up their marriage. Ordered from the house Ann has no option but to turn to the baron for sanctuary. Slater attempting a reconciliation for their child’s sake tracks her to the baron house where a fight occurs with both men being mortally wounded. Ann returns to her child; finds her mother-in-law repentant, and the three return to France to repay the debt.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 23, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frank Powell
- Screenplay & Story
- Clara Beranger, Kilbourn Gordon
- Original Title
- The Debt
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Frank Powell Producing Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frank Powell
Clara Beranger, Kilbourn Gordon
Department Leadership Roster
Frank Powell
Director
Clara Beranger
Writer
Kilbourn Gordon
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Debt
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What is The Debt about?
A reception in their small village in celebration of the Count’s daughter Ann’s engagement to Baron Moreno is disrupted by the news that a mine in which the whole village has invested is worthless. Having persuaded the townspeople to invest their savings in the venture, the Count commits suicide, and the baron jilts the now-destitute Ann. Bereft Ann marries American promoter Slater, moving to the United States in hopes of earning enough to pay off her father's debts and the couple have a child. However, the baron follows Ann, raping her. Slater's jealous mother uses this opportunity to break up their marriage. Ordered from the house Ann has no option but to turn to the baron for sanctuary. Slater attempting a reconciliation for their child’s sake tracks her to the baron house where a fight occurs with both men being mortally wounded. Ann returns to her child; finds her mother-in-law repentant, and the three return to France to repay the debt.
Who directed The Debt?
The Debt was directed by Frank Powell.
Who stars in The Debt?
The principal cast of The Debt includes Marjorie Rambeau, Paul Everton, Anne Sutherland, Agnes Ayres, Robert Elliott.
When was The Debt released and how long is it?
The Debt was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.