Soul-Fire
“He finds his Soul in Love and Music”
Synopsis
Eric Fane (Richard Barthelmess) is a composer unwilling to compromise his dream for a steady job back home in the United States. After his studies in Italy, he moves to Paris, where he is forced to write popular songs for money when he stops receiving support from his father. He tires of selling out and, after an encounter with the mob, starts to travel. He begins a madcap journey from Paris to Port Said, Egypt, and to the South Seas, where he believes he has found love with Teita (Bessie Love).
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Richard Barthelmess
Eric Fane
Bessie Love
Teita
Percy Ames
1st Critic
Charles Esdale
2nd Critic
Effie Shannon
Mrs. Howard Fane - Eric's Mother
Lee Baker
Mr. Howard Fane - Eric's Father
Carlotta Monterey
Princess Rhea
Gus Weinberg
The Old Musician
Ann Brody
Katinka - Princess Rhea's Maid
Helen Ware
San Francisco Sal
Walter Long
Herbert Jones - Sailor
Rita Rossi
The Prima Donna
Edward La Roche
The Orchestra Leader
Harriet Sterling
Ruau
Richard Harlan
Nuku
Ellalee Ruby
The Dancer in the Music Hall
Arthur Metcalfe
Dr. Travers, of Leper Island
George Pauncefort
Mr. Simpson - Attorney
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 30, 1925
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John S. Robertson
- Screenplay & Story
- Martin Brown, Josephine Lovett
- Original Title
- Soul-Fire
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Inspiration Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John S. Robertson
Martin Brown, Josephine Lovett
Roy F. Overbaugh
William Hamilton
Richard Barthelmess
Department Leadership Roster
John S. Robertson
Director
Josephine Lovett
Writer
Richard Barthelmess
Producer
Roy F. Overbaugh
Director of Photography
William Hamilton
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About Soul-Fire
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What is Soul-Fire about?
Eric Fane (Richard Barthelmess) is a composer unwilling to compromise his dream for a steady job back home in the United States. After his studies in Italy, he moves to Paris, where he is forced to write popular songs for money when he stops receiving support from his father. He tires of selling out and, after an encounter with the mob, starts to travel. He begins a madcap journey from Paris to Port Said, Egypt, and to the South Seas, where he believes he has found love with Teita (Bessie Love).
Who directed Soul-Fire?
Soul-Fire was directed by John S. Robertson.
Who stars in Soul-Fire?
The principal cast of Soul-Fire includes Richard Barthelmess, Bessie Love, Percy Ames, Charles Esdale, Effie Shannon.
When was Soul-Fire released and how long is it?
Soul-Fire was released in 1925 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.