For the Freedom of the East
“A thrilling Melodrama of the banishment of the Hun from Siberia.”
Synopsis
In World War I China, Princess Tsu, who leads a secret group dedicated to eradicating German influence in China, learns that the Chinese viceroy, in order to further his own ambitions, has organized an army to help Germany win Russia. She steals their written agreement and smuggles it to American agent Robert Kenyon, with whom she has fallen in love. The princess' jealous fiancé, Prince Kang, tells her that Robert is betrothed to an American girl and, bent on revenge, she informs German agent Von Richtman that Robert possesses the secret papers. In Washington, Von Richtman sends his henchmen to apprehend Robert before he can reach the Secretary of State, but Princess Tsu, whose love of country has triumphed over her personal concerns, foils the plot. Aware of her great love for Prince Kang, she returns to China and marries him.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 7, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ira M. Lowry
- Screenplay & Story
- Russell E. Smith, Ira M. Lowry, J. Allan Dunn
- Original Title
- For the Freedom of the East
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- Betzwood Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ira M. Lowry
Russell E. Smith, Ira M. Lowry, J. Allan Dunn
Department Leadership Roster
Ira M. Lowry
Director
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What is For the Freedom of the East about?
In World War I China, Princess Tsu, who leads a secret group dedicated to eradicating German influence in China, learns that the Chinese viceroy, in order to further his own ambitions, has organized an army to help Germany win Russia. She steals their written agreement and smuggles it to American agent Robert Kenyon, with whom she has fallen in love. The princess' jealous fiancé, Prince Kang, tells her that Robert is betrothed to an American girl and, bent on revenge, she informs German agent Von Richtman that Robert possesses the secret papers. In Washington, Von Richtman sends his henchmen to apprehend Robert before he can reach the Secretary of State, but Princess Tsu, whose love of country has triumphed over her personal concerns, foils the plot. Aware of her great love for Prince Kang, she returns to China and marries him.
Who directed For the Freedom of the East?
For the Freedom of the East was directed by Ira M. Lowry.
Who stars in For the Freedom of the East?
The principal cast of For the Freedom of the East includes Lady Tsen Mei, Ben Hendricks Jr., Robert Elliott, Lai Mon Kim, H.H. Pattee.
When was For the Freedom of the East released and how long is it?
For the Freedom of the East was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.