Burnt Wings
Synopsis
Struggling artist Ned Templeton and his wife Joan are leading a poverty-stricken life in Paris. Threatened by starvation and eviction, Joan is forced to become a prostitute. After some time, Ned becomes successful, and he and Joan move to New York. There he meets Helen, daughter of wealthy art patron James Cartwright. Cartwright was the man who "bought" Joan in Paris, and when he learns that his daughter's happiness depends upon Ned's divorce, he threatens to expose Joan.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 29, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Christy Cabanne
- Screenplay & Story
- Percy Heath, Christy Cabanne, Hal Hoadley, Bayard Veiller
- Original Title
- Burnt Wings
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Christy Cabanne
Percy Heath, Christy Cabanne, Hal Hoadley, Bayard Veiller
Department Leadership Roster
Percy Heath
Writer
Christy Cabanne
Writer
Christy Cabanne
Director
Hal Hoadley
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Burnt Wings
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Burnt Wings about?
Struggling artist Ned Templeton and his wife Joan are leading a poverty-stricken life in Paris. Threatened by starvation and eviction, Joan is forced to become a prostitute. After some time, Ned becomes successful, and he and Joan move to New York. There he meets Helen, daughter of wealthy art patron James Cartwright. Cartwright was the man who "bought" Joan in Paris, and when he learns that his daughter's happiness depends upon Ned's divorce, he threatens to expose Joan.
Who directed Burnt Wings?
Burnt Wings was directed by Christy Cabanne.
Who stars in Burnt Wings?
The principal cast of Burnt Wings includes Josephine Hill, Frank Mayo, Rudolph Christians, Betty Blythe, Beatrice Burnham.
When was Burnt Wings released and how long is it?
Burnt Wings was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 50m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Burnt Wings?
Burnt Wings holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).