The Phantom Violin
Synopsis
Awakened during the night by a thunderstorm, a young Parisian woman hears a violin playing in the house next door. The following morning, she becomes acquainted with Ellis, the musician, and they fall in love. The happiness of their subsequent marriage is brief, however. The wife begins frequenting the cabaret where Ellis is employed as a violinist, accompanied by one of her husband's friends, and she becomes disenchanted with her marriage. Learning of his wife's infidelity, Ellis attempts to jump into the Seine, but he is restrained by the police. He returns, insane, to the cabaret, where he discovers a secret door leading to a crypt. There he dwells among the bones, and time passes.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 9, 1915
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Francis Ford
- Screenplay & Story
- Grace Cunard
- Original Title
- The Phantom Violin
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 40m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Francis Ford
Grace Cunard
Department Leadership Roster
Francis Ford
Director
Grace Cunard
Writer
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What is The Phantom Violin about?
Awakened during the night by a thunderstorm, a young Parisian woman hears a violin playing in the house next door. The following morning, she becomes acquainted with Ellis, the musician, and they fall in love. The happiness of their subsequent marriage is brief, however. The wife begins frequenting the cabaret where Ellis is employed as a violinist, accompanied by one of her husband's friends, and she becomes disenchanted with her marriage. Learning of his wife's infidelity, Ellis attempts to jump into the Seine, but he is restrained by the police. He returns, insane, to the cabaret, where he discovers a secret door leading to a crypt. There he dwells among the bones, and time passes.
Who directed The Phantom Violin?
The Phantom Violin was directed by Francis Ford.
Who stars in The Phantom Violin?
The principal cast of The Phantom Violin includes Francis Ford, Grace Cunard, Harry Schumm, Duke Worne.
When was The Phantom Violin released and how long is it?
The Phantom Violin was released in 1914 with a total runtime of 40m.