The Song of Songs
Synopsis
When composer Anselm Kardos leaves his alcoholic wife, he gives his daughter Lily an unfinished love ode entitled "The Song of Songs" and warns her to keep her artistic temperament in check.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 18, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Kaufman
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Maigne
- Original Title
- The Song of Songs
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Kaufman
Charles Maigne, Hermann Sudermann, Edward Sheldon
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Maigne
Screenplay
Joseph Kaufman
Director
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 The Song of Songs
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What is The Song of Songs about?
When composer Anselm Kardos leaves his alcoholic wife, he gives his daughter Lily an unfinished love ode entitled "The Song of Songs" and warns her to keep her artistic temperament in check.
Who directed The Song of Songs?
The Song of Songs was directed by Joseph Kaufman.
Who stars in The Song of Songs?
The principal cast of The Song of Songs includes Elsie Ferguson, Frank Losee, Crauford Kent, Cecil Fletcher, Gertrude Berkeley.
When was The Song of Songs released and how long is it?
The Song of Songs was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is The Song of Songs based on a book or true story?
The Song of Songs is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Hermann Sudermann".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Song of Songs?
The Song of Songs holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).