Marta of the Lowlands
Synopsis
Sebastien, a landowner, shelters the orphan Marta in exchange for sexual favors. When, years later, Sebastien's fortunes ebb, he marries Muri, the daughter of a rich man, and arranges for Marta to marry the shepherd Manelich. Sebastien assures Marta that Manelich knows of their relationship and will not interfere, but she discovers that her husband is ignorant of the affair and, in fact, loves her. Because she comes to return her husband's love, she confesses her past, after which Manelich kills Sebastien. With Marta at his side, the shepherd then returns to the hills. -From TCM.com Database, powered by the AFI.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 5, 1914
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- J. Searle Dawley
- Screenplay & Story
- Àngel Guimerà
- Original Title
- Marta of the Lowlands
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Famous Players Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
J. Searle Dawley
Àngel Guimerà
H. Lyman Broening
Daniel Frohman
Department Leadership Roster
J. Searle Dawley
Director
H. Lyman Broening
Director of Photography
Daniel Frohman
Producer
Àngel Guimerà
Screenplay
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What is Marta of the Lowlands about?
Sebastien, a landowner, shelters the orphan Marta in exchange for sexual favors. When, years later, Sebastien's fortunes ebb, he marries Muri, the daughter of a rich man, and arranges for Marta to marry the shepherd Manelich. Sebastien assures Marta that Manelich knows of their relationship and will not interfere, but she discovers that her husband is ignorant of the affair and, in fact, loves her. Because she comes to return her husband's love, she confesses her past, after which Manelich kills Sebastien. With Marta at his side, the shepherd then returns to the hills. -From TCM.com Database, powered by the AFI.
Who directed Marta of the Lowlands?
Marta of the Lowlands was directed by J. Searle Dawley.
Who stars in Marta of the Lowlands?
The principal cast of Marta of the Lowlands includes Bertha Kalich, Wellington A. Playter, Hal Clarendon, Frank Holland, Lillian Kalich.
When was Marta of the Lowlands released and how long is it?
Marta of the Lowlands was released in 1914 with a total runtime of 55m.