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I Want to Forget

"When a Woman Stoops to Folly She Must Suffer the Consequences. A Woman's Soul Reflected on the Screen."

December 15, 1918 0h 50m

Originally released in 1918. I Want to Forget is a drama film. directed by James Kirkwood. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Evelyn Nesbit, Russell Thaw, and Henry Clive

Synopsis

Prior to the declaration of World War I, dancer Varda Deering was a member of the Austrian secret service, but later became a loyal citizen of the United States. In America, she captivates many men but cares for none of them until she meets Lieutenant John Long. At first, he regards Varda as little more than a social butterfly, but gradually comes to recognize her goodness and falls in love with her. While John is away on a war-related diplomatic mission, Varda agrees to aid the U.S. Secret Service in procuring classified documents from August Von Grossman, an agent whom she had known in Austria.

Quick Facts

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Release Date December 15, 1918 107 years ago
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Runtime 0h 50m 50 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Fox Film Corporation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is I Want to Forget about?

Prior to the declaration of World War I, dancer Varda Deering was a member of the Austrian secret service, but later became a loyal citizen of the United States. In America, she captivates many men...

Who directed I Want to Forget?

I Want to Forget was directed by James Kirkwood.

How long is I Want to Forget?

I Want to Forget has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).

When was I Want to Forget released?

I Want to Forget was released on December 15, 1918 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in I Want to Forget?

The main cast of I Want to Forget includes Evelyn Nesbit, Russell Thaw, Henry Clive, Alphonse Ethier, William R. Dunn.