Heart's Desire
Synopsis
Henri Le Rocque's arrival in an island village causes much anger when he insists upon advanced rental for the land he owns. Accompanying Le Rocque is his nephew Paul, who is recovering from a broken heart. One day, little flower girl Fleurette visits the Le Rocque estate to make a present of a rare flower and is shot as a trespasser. She is nursed back to health at the mansion, and Paul falls in love with her. However, trouble is brewing in the village which will endanger all their lives.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 30, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Francis J. Grandon
- Screenplay & Story
- Shannon Fife, Eve Unsell
- Original Title
- Heart's Desire
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Famous Players Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Francis J. Grandon
Shannon Fife, Eve Unsell
Larry Williams
Department Leadership Roster
Larry Williams
Director of Photography
Francis J. Grandon
Director
Eve Unsell
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Heart's Desire
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What is Heart's Desire about?
Henri Le Rocque's arrival in an island village causes much anger when he insists upon advanced rental for the land he owns. Accompanying Le Rocque is his nephew Paul, who is recovering from a broken heart. One day, little flower girl Fleurette visits the Le Rocque estate to make a present of a rare flower and is shot as a trespasser. She is nursed back to health at the mansion, and Paul falls in love with her. However, trouble is brewing in the village which will endanger all their lives.
Who directed Heart's Desire?
Heart's Desire was directed by Francis J. Grandon.
Who stars in Heart's Desire?
The principal cast of Heart's Desire includes Marie Doro, Alan Roscoe, Jean Del Val, Gertrude Norman, Ida Darling.
When was Heart's Desire released and how long is it?
Heart's Desire was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.