The White Sister
"A love that outlived passion!"
Originally released in 1923. The White Sister is a drama/romance film. directed by Henry King. With a runtime of 2h 15m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Lillian Gish, Ronald Colman, and Gail Kane
Synopsis
Angela Chiaromonte is the daughter of a wealthy Italian prince who is killed in a fall from his horse. Though Angela stands to inherit half of a large estate, her older half-sister burns the will and thus inherits everything herself, throwing Angela into poverty. Fortunately, Angela is engaged to marry dashing Captain Giovanni Severi - but he soon is captured by Arabs while on an expedition to Africa. Believing him dead, Angela, dedicating her life to his memory, becomes a nun, unaware that her lover has escaped his captors and is returning to Italy. The dramatic climax takes place against a backdrop of the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 5, 1923
102 years ago
Runtime
2h 15m
135 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (12 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Lillian Gish
as Angela Chiaromonte
Ronald Colman
as Capt. Giovanni Severi
Gail Kane
as Marchesa di Mola
J. Barney Sherry
as Monsignor Saracinesca
Charles Lane
as Prince Chiaromonte
Juliette La Violette
as Madame Bernard
Gustavo Serena
as Prof. Ugo Severi
Alfredo Bertone
as Filmore Durand
Roman Ibanez
as Count del Ferice
Alfredo Martinelli
as Alfredo del Ferice
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Inspiration Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The White Sister about?
Angela Chiaromonte is the daughter of a wealthy Italian prince who is killed in a fall from his horse. Though Angela stands to inherit half of a large estate, her older half-sister burns the will a...
Who directed The White Sister?
The White Sister was directed by Henry King.
How long is The White Sister?
The White Sister has a runtime of 2 hours and 15 minutes (135 minutes total).
When was The White Sister released?
The White Sister was released on September 5, 1923 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The White Sister?
The main cast of The White Sister includes Lillian Gish, Ronald Colman, Gail Kane, J. Barney Sherry, Charles Lane.