The Holy Flames (1931)
Former soldier Maurice Tabret returns home unhurt to marry his wife, Stella. Shortly after, he is paralyzed from the waist down in a tragic airplane crash. As the years pass, Stella becomes emotionally and romantically involved with Maurice's healthy brother. Maurice is suddenly discovered dead. While initially appearing to be a tragic or natural death, it is eventually revealed to be an intentional act of mercy. The investigation into his death forces a sweeping confrontation that reveals hidden truths, passionate devotion, and profound sacrifice within the family. German-language version of 1929's "The Sacred Flame", from the W. Somerset Maugham play, shot by Warner Bros. in Hollywood with a German-speaking cast.
| Movie ID | 103092 |
|---|---|
| Genre | – |
| Director | Berthold Viertel, William Dieterle |
| Main cast | Gustav Fröhlich, Dita Parlo, Hans Heinrich von Twardowski, Salka Viertel, Vladimir Sokoloff, Anton Pointner, Hubert von Meyerinck, Charlotte Hagenbruch |
| Release date | 2 May 1931 |
| Release year | 1931 |
| Language | German |
| Duration | 86 min (1h 26m) |
| Rating | 8.0 / 10 (TMDB) |
| Production house | Warner Bros. Pictures |
Director: Berthold Viertel, William Dieterle
Writers: Berthold Viertel, Heinrich Fraenkel
Top cast
Gustav FröhlichWalter Taylor
Dita ParloStella
Hans Heinrich von TwardowskiRobert Taylor
Salka ViertelMrs. Taylor
Vladimir SokoloffDr. Harvester
Anton PointnerMajor Liconda
Hubert von MeyerinckPastor
Charlotte HagenbruchNurse Weyland
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