Footlights and Shadows
Originally released in 1920. Footlights and Shadows is a drama film. directed by John W. Noble. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Olive Thomas, Alex Onslow, and Ivo Dawson
Synopsis
A fortune-hunting follies star Gloria Dawn ( Olive Thomas ), begins to question her engagement to wealthy Peter Shaw after meeting an amnesiac young man who stumbles into her apartment one night. The doctor instructs that he not be moved, so Gloria nurses the stranger back to health, although his memory fails to return. Gloria falls in love with her patient and, upon discovering that he is millionaire sportsman Jerry O'Farrell, rushes home to restore his identity, only to find that he has gone. Amnesia continues to plague Jerry, and he soon forgets both Gloria's name and address. While he is attending a show at the follies, a fire breaks out, and Gloria, recognizing her lover in the audience, rushes to save him. Meanwhile, Shaw, who has discovered Gloria's feelings for Jerry, accosts her. Jerry, who has finally regained his memory, intercedes and rescues Gloria, and the two fall in love.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 14, 1920
106 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Box Office
$200K
Worldwide gross
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Revenue
- $200,000
Production Companies
- Selznick Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Footlights and Shadows about?
A fortune-hunting follies star Gloria Dawn ( Olive Thomas ), begins to question her engagement to wealthy Peter Shaw after meeting an amnesiac young man who stumbles into her apartment one night. T...
Who directed Footlights and Shadows?
Footlights and Shadows was directed by John W. Noble.
How long is Footlights and Shadows?
Footlights and Shadows has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Footlights and Shadows released?
Footlights and Shadows was released on February 14, 1920 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Footlights and Shadows?
The main cast of Footlights and Shadows includes Olive Thomas, Alex Onslow, Ivo Dawson, Mr. Farrell, May Hicks.