The Breath of the Gods
Synopsis
While attending college in Washington, D.C., Yuki Onda, the daughter of a Japanese samurai, meets and falls in love with Pierre Le Beau, a diplomatic attaché. At the outbreak of the Russo-Japanese War, Pierre is sent to Japan as attaché to the Australian ambassador. When Yuki's father discovers his daughter's romance with a foreigner, he becomes enraged and betroths her to Prince Hagane for political reasons.
Top Cast
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Tsuru Aoki
Yuki Onda
Stanhope Wheatcroft
Pierre Le Beau
Arthur Edmund Carewe
Prince Hagane (as Arthur Carewe)
Pat O'Malley
T. Caraway Dodge
J. Barney Sherry
Senator Todd (as Barney Sherry)
Marian Skinner
Mrs. Todd (as Marion Skinner)
Ethel Shannon
Gwendolyn
Misao Seki
Yuki's Father
Mai Wells
Yuki's Mother
Paul Weigel
Count Ronsard
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 25, 1920
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rollin S. Sturgeon
- Screenplay & Story
- Mary McNeil Fenollosa, Charles J. Wilson
- Original Title
- The Breath of the Gods
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rollin S. Sturgeon
Mary McNeil Fenollosa, Charles J. Wilson
Alfred Gosden
Corley Z. Ito
Department Leadership Roster
Charles J. Wilson
Writer
Alfred Gosden
Director of Photography
Rollin S. Sturgeon
Director
Corley Z. Ito
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Breath of the Gods
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Breath of the Gods about?
While attending college in Washington, D.C., Yuki Onda, the daughter of a Japanese samurai, meets and falls in love with Pierre Le Beau, a diplomatic attaché. At the outbreak of the Russo-Japanese War, Pierre is sent to Japan as attaché to the Australian ambassador. When Yuki's father discovers his daughter's romance with a foreigner, he becomes enraged and betroths her to Prince Hagane for political reasons.
Who directed The Breath of the Gods?
The Breath of the Gods was directed by Rollin S. Sturgeon.
Who stars in The Breath of the Gods?
The principal cast of The Breath of the Gods includes Tsuru Aoki, Stanhope Wheatcroft, Arthur Edmund Carewe, Pat O'Malley, J. Barney Sherry.
When was The Breath of the Gods released and how long is it?
The Breath of the Gods was released in 1920 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Is The Breath of the Gods based on a book or true story?
The Breath of the Gods is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Mary McNeil Fenollosa".