Sister Cecilia
Hvor Sorgerne glemmes
Synopsis
Countess Schach is ill and her estate is impoverished. Fortunately, the daughter Cecilia is responsible for the household and the upbringing of the younger siblings. One day, the composer cousin Ernst comes to visit, and when he sees the financial predicament the family is in, he promises Cecilia to complete his opera and earn enough money to save the estate. When the Countess’ old friend, Princess von Staffenfeldt, offers Cecilia employment as a lady-in-waiting and governess, she accepts and soon after meets the Princess’ son, who after some time asks for her hand in marriage. Cecilia is now faced with a difficult choice: Should she marry the Prince who can save the family, and thereby break off the engagement with her true love, cousin Ernst? A dark tragedy seals her fate. (Stumfilm.dk)
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Holger-Madsen
- Screenplay & Story
- Helen Staberow
- Original Title
- Hvor Sorgerne glemmes
- Country of Origin
- Denmark
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Holger-Madsen
Helen Staberow
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Holger-Madsen
Director
Helen Staberow
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What is Sister Cecilia about?
Countess Schach is ill and her estate is impoverished. Fortunately, the daughter Cecilia is responsible for the household and the upbringing of the younger siblings. One day, the composer cousin Ernst comes to visit, and when he sees the financial predicament the family is in, he promises Cecilia to complete his opera and earn enough money to save the estate. When the Countess’ old friend, Princess von Staffenfeldt, offers Cecilia employment as a lady-in-waiting and governess, she accepts and soon after meets the Princess’ son, who after some time asks for her hand in marriage. Cecilia is now faced with a difficult choice: Should she marry the Prince who can save the family, and thereby break off the engagement with her true love, cousin Ernst? A dark tragedy seals her fate. (Stumfilm.dk)
Who directed Sister Cecilia?
Sister Cecilia was directed by Holger-Madsen.
Who stars in Sister Cecilia?
The principal cast of Sister Cecilia includes Henny Lauritzen, Rita Sacchetto, Anton De Verdier, Gerda Christophersen, Alf Blütecher.
When was Sister Cecilia released and how long is it?
Sister Cecilia was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.