Tempest
Synopsis
In the final days of Czarist Russia, a peasant is raised from the ranks to Lieutenant. The other officers, aristocrats all, resent him, and make his life difficult. He falls in love with a princess, who spurns him. When he is caught in her room, he is stripped of his rank and thrown into prison. Then comes the Red Terror, and the tables are turned.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 27, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sam Taylor
- Screenplay & Story
- Vladimir Nemirovich-Danchenko, C. Gardner Sullivan
- Original Score
- Hugo Riesenfeld
- Original Title
- Tempest
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Production Studios
- Joseph M. Schenck Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sam Taylor
Vladimir Nemirovich-Danchenko, C. Gardner Sullivan
Hugo Riesenfeld
Charles Rosher
Allen McNeil
John W. Considine Jr., Joseph M. Schenck
Department Leadership Roster
Allen McNeil
Editor
John W. Considine Jr.
Producer
Sam Taylor
Director
Charles Rosher
Director of Photography
Hugo Riesenfeld
Original Music Composer
C. Gardner Sullivan
Writer
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Oscars 1929
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tempest
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Tempest about?
In the final days of Czarist Russia, a peasant is raised from the ranks to Lieutenant. The other officers, aristocrats all, resent him, and make his life difficult. He falls in love with a princess, who spurns him. When he is caught in her room, he is stripped of his rank and thrown into prison. Then comes the Red Terror, and the tables are turned.
Who directed Tempest?
Tempest was directed by Sam Taylor.
Who stars in Tempest?
The principal cast of Tempest includes John Barrymore, Camilla Horn, Louis Wolheim, Boris de Fast, George Fawcett.
When was Tempest released and how long is it?
Tempest was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 1h 51m.
Who composed the musical score for Tempest?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Tempest was composed by Hugo Riesenfeld.