Beauty in Chains
Synopsis
Rosarita, a young relative of the powerful Doña Perfecta in the small Spanish village of Orbajosa, has been betrothed since infancy to her cousin, Pepe Rey Don Jose, although the two have never met. When Pepe comes to visit Rosarita, she immediately falls in love with him, but his offhand remark about the lack of enterprise in the small town alienates Doña Perfecta, and the old woman becomes determined to prevent the marriage.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 11, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Elsie Jane Wilson
- Screenplay & Story
- Elliott J. Clawson, Benito Pérez Galdós
- Original Title
- Beauty in Chains
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elsie Jane Wilson
Elliott J. Clawson, Benito Pérez Galdós
Alfred Gosden
Department Leadership Roster
Elsie Jane Wilson
Director
Elliott J. Clawson
Writer
Alfred Gosden
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Beauty in Chains
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What is Beauty in Chains about?
Rosarita, a young relative of the powerful Doña Perfecta in the small Spanish village of Orbajosa, has been betrothed since infancy to her cousin, Pepe Rey Don Jose, although the two have never met. When Pepe comes to visit Rosarita, she immediately falls in love with him, but his offhand remark about the lack of enterprise in the small town alienates Doña Perfecta, and the old woman becomes determined to prevent the marriage.
Who directed Beauty in Chains?
Beauty in Chains was directed by Elsie Jane Wilson.
Who stars in Beauty in Chains?
The principal cast of Beauty in Chains includes Emory Johnson, Ruby Lafayette, Ella Hall, Winter Hall, Maxfield Stanley.
When was Beauty in Chains released and how long is it?
Beauty in Chains was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is Beauty in Chains based on a book or true story?
Beauty in Chains is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Benito Pérez Galdós".