Movie Description
Tragedy of the Desert
(1912)Overview
An English doctor based in Egypt finds his wife in the arms of a local diplomat, and in a madness-induced frenzy departs for the desert. After being discovered by wandering Bedouins, Dr. Cochran embraces their practices and begins to fall in love with Zeinab, the daughter of a Sheik. Tragedy ensues when his forgotten wife visits the village and beckons him to take her back.
Featured Crew
- Director : Sidney Olcott
- Cast : J.J. Clark,Gene Gauntier,Robert G. Vignola,Alice Hollister,J.P. McGowan
Cast
Dr. Franklin Cochran
Miriam — the Doctor's Wife
The Flirtatious Malmoud Bey
Zenab, The Arab Girl
The Arab Sheik
Facts
Original TitleTragedy of the Desert
Status Released
Release Information
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1912-07-01
Original LanguageEnglish
Production CompaniesKalem Company,General Film Company