Flame of the Argentine
“Silken siren with claws. A soft, velvety "man-trap" to ensnare your heart A master novelist's tale of the wilds and a wild woman!”
Synopsis
Doña Aguila, owner of a vast ranch and a valuable emerald mine in the Argentine, longs for her lost daughter, Conchita, and is victimized by her manager, Emilio Tovar, who is secretly stealing gems. Tovar goes to New Orleans to dispose of some emeralds, and persuading cabaret pianist Inez Remírez to impersonate the dead daughter, he schemes to divide her inheritance. Dan Prescott, a stranger, forces himself into their confidence and accompanies the couple on their return voyage. Doña Aguila's kindness causes Inez to repent and to refuse to carry out the plan; Tovar and his men attack the rancho to acquire an emerald necklace, and Inez rides for aid. Prescott, revealing himself to be an insurance agent, wins the heart of Inez, and Doña Aguila adopts her as her legal daughter.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 11, 1926
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Dillon
- Screenplay & Story
- Ewart Adamson, Burke Jenkins, Krag Johnson
- Original Title
- Flame of the Argentine
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Robertson-Cole Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Dillon
Ewart Adamson, Burke Jenkins, Krag Johnson
Roy H. Klaffki
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Dillon
Director
Ewart Adamson
Writer
Roy H. Klaffki
Director of Photography
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What is Flame of the Argentine about?
Doña Aguila, owner of a vast ranch and a valuable emerald mine in the Argentine, longs for her lost daughter, Conchita, and is victimized by her manager, Emilio Tovar, who is secretly stealing gems. Tovar goes to New Orleans to dispose of some emeralds, and persuading cabaret pianist Inez Remírez to impersonate the dead daughter, he schemes to divide her inheritance. Dan Prescott, a stranger, forces himself into their confidence and accompanies the couple on their return voyage. Doña Aguila's kindness causes Inez to repent and to refuse to carry out the plan; Tovar and his men attack the rancho to acquire an emerald necklace, and Inez rides for aid. Prescott, revealing himself to be an insurance agent, wins the heart of Inez, and Doña Aguila adopts her as her legal daughter.
Who directed Flame of the Argentine?
Flame of the Argentine was directed by Edward Dillon.
Who stars in Flame of the Argentine?
The principal cast of Flame of the Argentine includes Evelyn Brent, Orville Caldwell, Florence Turner, Frank Leigh, Rosita Marstini.
When was Flame of the Argentine released and how long is it?
Flame of the Argentine was released in 1926 with a total runtime of 50m.