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Orphans of the Storm (1921)

"A dramatic epic"

6.819212h 30mEN
DramaHistoryRomance

Directed by D.W. Griffith

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

2h 30m

Language

EN

Release

December 28, 1921

Director

D.W. Griffith

Overview

France, on the eve of the French Revolution. Henriette and Louise have been raised together as sisters. When the plague that takes their parents' lives causes Louise's blindness, they decide to travel to Paris in search of a cure, but they separate when a lustful aristocrat crosses their path.

Cast

Lillian Gish

Lillian Gish

Henriette Girard

Dorothy Gish

Dorothy Gish

Louise Girard

Joseph Schildkraut

Joseph Schildkraut

Chevalier de Vaudrey

Creighton Hale

Creighton Hale

Picard

Monte Blue

Monte Blue

Danton

Sidney Herbert

Sidney Herbert

Robespierre

Lucille La Verne

Lucille La Verne

Mother Frochard

Sheldon Lewis

Sheldon Lewis

Jacques Frochard

Frank Puglia

Frank Puglia

Pierre

Morgan Wallace

Morgan Wallace

Marquis de Praille

Frank Losee

Frank Losee

Count de Linieres

Leslie King

Leslie King

Jacques-Forget-Not

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Orphans of the Storm (1921), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

France, on the eve of the French Revolution. Henriette and Louise have been raised together as sisters. When the plague that takes their parents' lives causes Louise's blindness, they decide to travel to Paris in search of a cure, but they separate when a lustful aristocrat crosses their path.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Orphans of the Storm. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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