Movie Description
Marta of the Lowlands
(1914)Overview
Sebastien, a landowner, shelters the orphan Marta in exchange for sexual favors. When, years later, Sebastien's fortunes ebb, he marries Muri, the daughter of a rich man, and arranges for Marta to marry the shepherd Manelich. Sebastien assures Marta that Manelich knows of their relationship and will not interfere, but she discovers that her husband is ignorant of the affair and, in fact, loves her. Because she comes to return her husband's love, she confesses her past, after which Manelich kills Sebastien. With Marta at his side, the shepherd then returns to the hills. -From TCM.com Database, powered by the AFI.
Featured Crew
- Director : J. Searle Dawley
- Producer : Daniel Frohman
- Cast : Bertha Kalich,Wellington A. Playter,Hal Clarendon,Frank Holland,Lillian Kalich,George Moss
Cast
Marta
Manelich - the Shepherd (as Wellington Playter)
Sebastien - the Master
Sebastien's Servant
Muri
Villager
Facts
Original TitleMarta of the Lowlands
Status Released
Release Information
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1914-10-05
Original Language
Runtime 00h 55m
Production CompaniesFamous Players Film Company
Genres
- Drama