Sahara
Synopsis
Actress Mignon is the toast of Paris until she marries young American engineer John Stanley. He is commissioned to go to work in the Sahara desert, and Mignon accompanies him with their baby. But it isn't long before she is lonely and horribly bored. When a wealthy Russian, Baron Alexis, passes through the camp, he offers to take her away to Cairo. She goes with him, and he surrounds her in luxury. Years pass, but the situation does not bring her happiness.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 29, 1919
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Arthur Rosson
- Screenplay & Story
- C. Gardner Sullivan
- Original Title
- Sahara
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- J. Parker Read Jr. Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Arthur Rosson
C. Gardner Sullivan
Charles J. Stumar
J. Parker Read Jr., W.W. Hodkinson, Allan Dwan
Department Leadership Roster
J. Parker Read Jr.
Producer
W.W. Hodkinson
Producer
Allan Dwan
Producer
Arthur Rosson
Director
C. Gardner Sullivan
Writer
Charles J. Stumar
Director of Photography
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.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sahara
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Sahara about?
Actress Mignon is the toast of Paris until she marries young American engineer John Stanley. He is commissioned to go to work in the Sahara desert, and Mignon accompanies him with their baby. But it isn't long before she is lonely and horribly bored. When a wealthy Russian, Baron Alexis, passes through the camp, he offers to take her away to Cairo. She goes with him, and he surrounds her in luxury. Years pass, but the situation does not bring her happiness.
Who directed Sahara?
Sahara was directed by Arthur Rosson.
Who stars in Sahara?
The principal cast of Sahara includes Louise Glaum, Matt Moore, Edwin Stevens, Pat Moore, Nigel De Brulier.
When was Sahara released and how long is it?
Sahara was released in 1919 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Sahara?
Sahara holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).