Bella Donna
“The woman who scored such a marvelous triumph as "ZAZA" far exceeds her previous performance in the presentation of this wily, serpentlike viper, who poisons the one man who has tried to lift her from the depths to which she has sunk.”
Synopsis
Bella Donna ( Pauline Frederick ) a seductive woman snares Nigel Armine ( Thomas Holding ) into marriage and he takes her to Egypt to live. Tired of her simple husband, Bella becomes involved with brutish Baroudi. To get rid of Nigel, she begins slowly poisoning him. However, Nigel's friend Dr. Isaacson arrives in time to save him. Now Baroudi wants nothing to do with Bella, and neither does her husband. Totally alone now, the distraught Bella wanders off into the desert.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 15, 1915
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edwin S. Porter, Hugh Ford
- Screenplay & Story
- Robert Hichens, James B. Fagan
- Original Title
- Bella Donna
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Famous Players Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edwin S. Porter, Hugh Ford
Robert Hichens, James B. Fagan
Department Leadership Roster
Edwin S. Porter
Director
Hugh Ford
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bella Donna
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What is Bella Donna about?
Bella Donna ( Pauline Frederick ) a seductive woman snares Nigel Armine ( Thomas Holding ) into marriage and he takes her to Egypt to live. Tired of her simple husband, Bella becomes involved with brutish Baroudi. To get rid of Nigel, she begins slowly poisoning him. However, Nigel's friend Dr. Isaacson arrives in time to save him. Now Baroudi wants nothing to do with Bella, and neither does her husband. Totally alone now, the distraught Bella wanders off into the desert.
Who directed Bella Donna?
Bella Donna was directed by Edwin S. Porter, Hugh Ford.
Who stars in Bella Donna?
The principal cast of Bella Donna includes Pauline Frederick, Thomas Holding, George Majeroni, Julian L'Estrange, Eugene Ormonde.
When was Bella Donna released and how long is it?
Bella Donna was released in 1915 with a total runtime of 50m.
Is Bella Donna based on a book or true story?
Bella Donna is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Robert Hichens".