Our Better Selves
"Enthralling story of two lives being wasted in idleness, vain and frivolous living tried by the fires of adversity."
Originally released in 1919. Our Better Selves is a drama/war film. directed by George Fitzmaurice. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Fannie Ward, Lew Cody, and Charles Hill Mailes
Synopsis
The marriage of a wealthy and frivolous member of French nobility, Loyette Merval, to an American aristocratic idler named Willard Standish, is a loving one, except for their mutual dissatisfaction with Willard's idleness. After Willard becomes a chauffeur, Loyette's subsequent disgust causes him to quit. When the war begins, Willard joins the French Secret Service, while Loyette continues her social life, upset about their separation. After Willard, wounded, hides in a convent, Loyette leaves to find him.
Quick Facts
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Astra Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Our Better Selves about?
The marriage of a wealthy and frivolous member of French nobility, Loyette Merval, to an American aristocratic idler named Willard Standish, is a loving one, except for their mutual dissatisfaction...
Who directed Our Better Selves?
Our Better Selves was directed by George Fitzmaurice.
How long is Our Better Selves?
Our Better Selves has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was Our Better Selves released?
Our Better Selves was released on July 27, 1919 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Our Better Selves?
The main cast of Our Better Selves includes Fannie Ward, Lew Cody, Charles Hill Mailes, Mary Wise.