An Adventuress
“A Genuine Novelty in Photoplay Entertainment”
Synopsis
Filmed by Fred J. Balshofer in 1918 as the anti-German war drama Over the Rhine, the project was reshaped and released in 1920 as An Adventuress—a cross-dressing caper set in the fictional republic of Alpania and headlined by female-impersonation star Julian Eltinge, with early appearances by Rudolph Valentino and Virginia Rappe. The film was later re-edited and reissued in 1922 as The Isle of Love.
Top Cast
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Julian Eltinge
Clifford Townsend / Julie
Frederick Ko Vert
Lyn Brook
William Clifford
Dick Sayre
Leo White
Prince Halbere
Virginia Rappe
Vanette
Rudolph Valentino
Jacques Rudanyi
Stanton Heck
Grand Duke Nebo
Charles Millsfield
Pom Pom
Alma Francis
Eunice
Lydia Knott
Clifford Townsend's mother
Fontaine La Rue
Frank Gastrock
William Pearson
Frederick Heck
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 10, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fred J. Balshofer
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles A. Taylor, Fred J. Balshofer, Thomas J. Geraghty
- Original Title
- An Adventuress
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Fred J. Balshofer Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fred J. Balshofer
Charles A. Taylor, Fred J. Balshofer, Thomas J. Geraghty
Tony Gaudio
Department Leadership Roster
Fred J. Balshofer
Director
Charles A. Taylor
Writer
Tony Gaudio
Director of Photography
Fred J. Balshofer
Writer
Thomas J. Geraghty
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for An Adventuress.
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Frequently Asked Questions About An Adventuress
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is An Adventuress about?
Filmed by Fred J. Balshofer in 1918 as the anti-German war drama Over the Rhine, the project was reshaped and released in 1920 as An Adventuress—a cross-dressing caper set in the fictional republic of Alpania and headlined by female-impersonation star Julian Eltinge, with early appearances by Rudolph Valentino and Virginia Rappe. The film was later re-edited and reissued in 1922 as The Isle of Love.
Who directed An Adventuress?
An Adventuress was directed by Fred J. Balshofer.
Who stars in An Adventuress?
The principal cast of An Adventuress includes Julian Eltinge, Frederick Ko Vert, William Clifford, Leo White, Virginia Rappe.
When was An Adventuress released and how long is it?
An Adventuress was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 50m.