Naked Hearts
Originally released in 1916. Naked Hearts is a drama film. directed by Rupert Julian. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Francelia Billington, Rupert Julian, and Zoe Rae
Synopsis
Maud and Cecil have been in love since they were children in the pre-Civil War South, but Howard, Maud's domineering brother, disapproves of a marriage between them. Instead, he has chosen English nobleman Lord Lovelace as the ideal fiancé for Maud. On the night that the engagement is to be announced, however, she elopes with Cecil. The runaways are caught, though, after which, because of her loyalty to her brother, Maud sends Cecil away. When the Civil War begins, Howard, Lovelace and Cecil all volunteer, and are all soon reported killed in action. Heartbroken, Maud decides to become a nun, and takes her vows just moments before Cecil, whose death was mistakenly reported, returns from the battlefield and comes to the convent to ask her to marry him.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 29, 1916
109 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Francelia Billington
as Maud
Rupert Julian
as Cecil
Zoe Rae
as Maud - as a Child (as Zoe Bech)
Gordon Griffith
as Cecil - as a Child
Douglas Gerrard
as Lord Lovelace
Jack Holt
as Howard
George Hupp
as Howard - as a Child
Nanine Wright
as Cecil's Mother (as Nannie Wright)
Ben Horning
as Maud's Father
Paul Weigel
as Cecil's Father
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Bluebird Photoplays
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Naked Hearts about?
Maud and Cecil have been in love since they were children in the pre-Civil War South, but Howard, Maud's domineering brother, disapproves of a marriage between them. Instead, he has chosen English ...
Who directed Naked Hearts?
Naked Hearts was directed by Rupert Julian.
How long is Naked Hearts?
Naked Hearts has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Naked Hearts released?
Naked Hearts was released on May 29, 1916 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Naked Hearts?
The main cast of Naked Hearts includes Francelia Billington, Rupert Julian, Zoe Rae, Gordon Griffith, Douglas Gerrard.