The Woman and the Law
“William Fox Master Picture based on the sensational Jack De Saulles case-the most interesting domestic tragedy ever known.”
Synopsis
Jack La Salle marries South American heiress Blanquetta Del Castillo, and the two settle into a happy life in New York City. Following the birth of their son, Jack, Jr., however, Jack becomes involved in an affair with the notorious Josie Sabel and thereafter ignores his wife. Outraged upon learning that Jack has taken their son to Josie's apartment, Blanquetta files for divorce, the court finally ruling that the boy must live with each parent for a portion of the year. As the time of little Jack's departure from his father approaches, Jack, Sr. declares that he will never return the boy to his mother, whereupon the tortured Blanquetta shoots and kills her faithless husband.
Top Cast
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Miriam Cooper
Blanquetta La Salle
Ramsey Wallace
Jack La Salle
Peggy Hopkins Joyce
Josie Sabel
Jack Connors
Jack La Salle Jr.
George Humbert
Señor Del Castillo
Agnes Neilson
Señora Del Castillo
Lewis Dayton
Ramon Alvarez
John Laffe
Col. Thomas La Salle
Lucille Southerwaite
Ruth La Salle
Winifred Allen
Blanquetta as a young woman
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 17, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Raoul Walsh
- Screenplay & Story
- Raoul Walsh
- Original Title
- The Woman and the Law
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Raoul Walsh
Raoul Walsh
William Fox, Winfield R. Sheehan
Department Leadership Roster
Raoul Walsh
Director
Raoul Walsh
Writer
William Fox
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Woman and the Law
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What is The Woman and the Law about?
Jack La Salle marries South American heiress Blanquetta Del Castillo, and the two settle into a happy life in New York City. Following the birth of their son, Jack, Jr., however, Jack becomes involved in an affair with the notorious Josie Sabel and thereafter ignores his wife. Outraged upon learning that Jack has taken their son to Josie's apartment, Blanquetta files for divorce, the court finally ruling that the boy must live with each parent for a portion of the year. As the time of little Jack's departure from his father approaches, Jack, Sr. declares that he will never return the boy to his mother, whereupon the tortured Blanquetta shoots and kills her faithless husband.
Who directed The Woman and the Law?
The Woman and the Law was directed by Raoul Walsh.
Who stars in The Woman and the Law?
The principal cast of The Woman and the Law includes Miriam Cooper, Ramsey Wallace, Peggy Hopkins Joyce, Jack Connors, George Humbert.
When was The Woman and the Law released and how long is it?
The Woman and the Law was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Woman and the Law?
The Woman and the Law holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).