The Holy Flames

Overview

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.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

May 2, 1931

Original language

German

Spoken languages

German

Countries

United States of America

Production

Warner Bros. Pictures

Cast

Hubert von Meyerinck,Vladimir Sokoloff,Dita Parlo,Salka Viertel,Gustav Fröhlich,Anton Pointner,Hans Heinrich von Twardowski,Charlotte Hagenbruch

Director

Berthold Viertel,William Dieterle

Writer

Berthold Viertel,Heinrich Fraenkel,W. Somerset Maugham

Producer

Henry Blanke

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0020958