The Madness of Youth
Synopsis
After eluding authorities, Jaca Javalie goes to the home of wealthy Theodore Banning, where he professes to be a man of magic who learned his skills in India. He demonstrates his ability by bringing peace to the Banning home. In actuality, he plans to rob Banning's private vault. When he tries to commit the robbery, he is stopped by a guest who promises to say nothing in exchange for a portion of the loot. Javalie makes another attempt to break into the vault, but the same power that he had exerted over the Banning family compels him to stop. He confesses what he had planned to do and wins the hand of Banning's daughter Nanette. A lost film.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 8, 1923
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jerome Storm
- Screenplay & Story
- Joseph F. Poland, George F. Worts
- Original Title
- The Madness of Youth
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jerome Storm
Joseph F. Poland, George F. Worts
Department Leadership Roster
Jerome Storm
Director
Joseph F. Poland
Writer
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What is The Madness of Youth about?
After eluding authorities, Jaca Javalie goes to the home of wealthy Theodore Banning, where he professes to be a man of magic who learned his skills in India. He demonstrates his ability by bringing peace to the Banning home. In actuality, he plans to rob Banning's private vault. When he tries to commit the robbery, he is stopped by a guest who promises to say nothing in exchange for a portion of the loot. Javalie makes another attempt to break into the vault, but the same power that he had exerted over the Banning family compels him to stop. He confesses what he had planned to do and wins the hand of Banning's daughter Nanette. A lost film.
Who directed The Madness of Youth?
The Madness of Youth was directed by Jerome Storm.
Who stars in The Madness of Youth?
The principal cast of The Madness of Youth includes John Gilbert, Billie Dove, Donald R. O. Hatswell, George K. Arthur, Wilton Taylor.
When was The Madness of Youth released and how long is it?
The Madness of Youth was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 50m.