Lily of the Dust
Synopsis
Lily, a poor and friendless orphan, is married to a sensual and elderly Colonel in the German army who divorces her when he finds her with a former officer sweetheart. Introduced by a girl friend to Bohemian society, Lily loses the love of the young officer and marries her former lover, a wealthy art connoisseur.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 24, 1924
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dimitri Buchowetzki
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Sheldon, Paul Bern, Hermann Sudermann
- Original Title
- Lily of the Dust
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Paramount Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dimitri Buchowetzki
Edward Sheldon, Paul Bern, Hermann Sudermann
Alvin Wyckoff
Department Leadership Roster
Dimitri Buchowetzki
Director
Alvin Wyckoff
Director of Photography
Paul Bern
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Lily of the Dust
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Lily of the Dust about?
Lily, a poor and friendless orphan, is married to a sensual and elderly Colonel in the German army who divorces her when he finds her with a former officer sweetheart. Introduced by a girl friend to Bohemian society, Lily loses the love of the young officer and marries her former lover, a wealthy art connoisseur.
Who directed Lily of the Dust?
Lily of the Dust was directed by Dimitri Buchowetzki.
Who stars in Lily of the Dust?
The principal cast of Lily of the Dust includes Pola Negri, Ben Lyon, Noah Beery, Raymond Griffith, Jeanette Daudet.
When was Lily of the Dust released and how long is it?
Lily of the Dust was released in 1924 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.
Is Lily of the Dust based on a book or true story?
Lily of the Dust is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Hermann Sudermann".