The Love Light
“A Picture that will carry to your screen all the beauty, charm and art that have made Mary Pickford the most beloved girl in the world.”
Synopsis
Angela maintains a coastal lighthouse in Italy, where she awaits the return of her brothers from the war. She learns they are casualties and takes solace in the arms of an American sailor washed ashore. However, the sailor turns out to be a German spy, and she is torn between her love for him and her realization that he is part of the enemy force that has destroyed her family.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
January 8, 1921
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frances Marion
- Screenplay & Story
- Frances Marion
- Original Title
- The Love Light
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- United Artists, Mary Pickford Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frances Marion
Frances Marion
Henry Cronjager, Charles Rosher
Stuart Heisler
Mary Pickford
Department Leadership Roster
Frances Marion
Director
Frances Marion
Writer
Mary Pickford
Producer
Henry Cronjager
Director of Photography
Stuart Heisler
Editor
Charles Rosher
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Love Light
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What is The Love Light about?
Angela maintains a coastal lighthouse in Italy, where she awaits the return of her brothers from the war. She learns they are casualties and takes solace in the arms of an American sailor washed ashore. However, the sailor turns out to be a German spy, and she is torn between her love for him and her realization that he is part of the enemy force that has destroyed her family.
Who directed The Love Light?
The Love Light was directed by Frances Marion.
Who stars in The Love Light?
The principal cast of The Love Light includes Mary Pickford, Evelyn Dumo, Raymond Bloomer, Fred Thomson, Albert Prisco.
When was The Love Light released and how long is it?
The Love Light was released in 1921 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.