Movie Description
The Sign of the Cross
(1914)Overview
In 64 A.D., Marcus Superbus is Prefect of Rome. When the Emperor Nero decides to renew persecution of the Christians, Marcus opposes him, fearing for the safety of Mercia, the Christian woman whom he loves. Through the machinations of the Empress Poppaea and other women at court, Tigellinus, Nero's agent in the war against the Christians, convinces Nero to have Mercia arrested. Marcus appeals to the emperor for mercy, but is told that she can be saved only by renouncing Christianity. Waiting to enter the arena to be killed, Mercia steadfastly refuses to reject her religion, despite Marcus' pleas. Finally, Marcus is converted by her and they enter the arena to face death together.
Cast
Marcus Superbus
Mercia, a Christian maid
Nero
Favius
Berenice
Poppaea
Tigellinus
Stephanus
Dacia
Glabrio
Philodemus
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Facts
Original TitleThe Sign of the Cross
Status Released
Release Information
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1914-12-21
Original Language
Runtime 01h 07m
Production CompaniesFamous Players Film Company
