Her Better Self
Synopsis
Even though society debutante Vivian Tyler (Pauline Frederick) is engaged to Count Belloto (Frank deRheim), she finds herself attracted to Dr. Robert Keith (Thomas Meighan). Keith works amongst the poor, and his wealthy benefactors include Vivian's father (Charles Wellesley). But when Vivian meets streetwalker Aggie May (Alice Hollister), she mistakenly believes that Keith is responsible for the woman's downfall.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 21, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Robert G. Vignola
- Screenplay & Story
- Margaret Turnbull
- Original Title
- Her Better Self
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Famous Players Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert G. Vignola
Margaret Turnbull
Department Leadership Roster
Robert G. Vignola
Director
Margaret Turnbull
Writer
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 Her Better Self
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What is Her Better Self about?
Even though society debutante Vivian Tyler (Pauline Frederick) is engaged to Count Belloto (Frank deRheim), she finds herself attracted to Dr. Robert Keith (Thomas Meighan). Keith works amongst the poor, and his wealthy benefactors include Vivian's father (Charles Wellesley). But when Vivian meets streetwalker Aggie May (Alice Hollister), she mistakenly believes that Keith is responsible for the woman's downfall.
Who directed Her Better Self?
Her Better Self was directed by Robert G. Vignola.
Who stars in Her Better Self?
The principal cast of Her Better Self includes Pauline Frederick, Thomas Meighan, Alice Hollister, Maude Turner Gordon, Charles Wellesley.
When was Her Better Self released and how long is it?
Her Better Self was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Her Better Self?
Her Better Self holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).