
Forbidden Love
Synopsis
New England fisherman John Van Zandt sons Harold and Peter are in love with Eileen Arden, though she favors the younger brother Harold. The jealous Peter convinces Eileen that Harold is circulating false rumors about her, then convinces his younger brother to move to Boston. Six years later, John is unable to work so Harold returns to help support the family, finding employment as a lighthouse keeper. Peter jealousy is once again aroused and his drunken rage results in the death of his child, Anne. After realizing that Eileen knows of his deceit years earlier, Peter attempts to kill Harold in the lighthouse, but instead falls to his own death during the ensuing struggle.
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July 17, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Philip Van Loan
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Russell
- Original Title
- Forbidden Love
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Wisteria Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Philip Van Loan
Edward Russell
Richard Fryer
Bernard Hays Connor
Department Leadership Roster
Philip Van Loan
Director
Richard Fryer
Director of Photography
Bernard Hays Connor
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Forbidden Love
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What is Forbidden Love about?
New England fisherman John Van Zandt sons Harold and Peter are in love with Eileen Arden, though she favors the younger brother Harold. The jealous Peter convinces Eileen that Harold is circulating false rumors about her, then convinces his younger brother to move to Boston. Six years later, John is unable to work so Harold returns to help support the family, finding employment as a lighthouse keeper. Peter jealousy is once again aroused and his drunken rage results in the death of his child, Anne. After realizing that Eileen knows of his deceit years earlier, Peter attempts to kill Harold in the lighthouse, but instead falls to his own death during the ensuing struggle.
Who directed Forbidden Love?
Forbidden Love was directed by Philip Van Loan.
Who stars in Forbidden Love?
The principal cast of Forbidden Love includes Creighton Hale, George MacQuarrie, Marguerite Clayton, Peggy Shaw, Baby Ivy Ward.
When was Forbidden Love released and how long is it?
Forbidden Love was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.











