Sacred and Profane Love
"A drama of life's master emotion-its daring, its pain, its ecstasy, its terrible power to drag down, its sacred power to glorify."
Originally released in 1921. Sacred and Profane Love is a drama/romance film. directed by William Desmond Taylor. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Elsie Ferguson, Conrad Nagel, and Thomas Holding
Synopsis
Carlotta Peel, who though sheltered from the facts of life by her Victorian aunt has acquired some knowledge from indiscriminate reading, meets Diaz, a celebrated pianist, at a concert and spends the evening with him. Later, in London, she acquires fame as a novelist and is followed to France by married publisher Frank Ispenlove, who commits suicide when she spurns him. In Paris, Carlotta finds Diaz a physical wreck from drinking absinthe and devotes herself to his regeneration.
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Elsie Ferguson
as Carlotta Peel
Conrad Nagel
as Emilie Diaz, a pianist
Thomas Holding
as Frank Ispenlove
Helen Dunbar
as Constance Peel
Winifred Greenwood
as Mary Ispenlove
Raymond Blathwayt
as Lord Francis Alcar
Clarissa Selwynne
as Mrs. Sardis
Howard Gaye
as Albert Vicary
Forrest Stanley
as Samson
Jane Keckley
as Rebecca
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Famous Players-Lasky Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sacred and Profane Love about?
Carlotta Peel, who though sheltered from the facts of life by her Victorian aunt has acquired some knowledge from indiscriminate reading, meets Diaz, a celebrated pianist, at a concert and spends t...
Who directed Sacred and Profane Love?
Sacred and Profane Love was directed by William Desmond Taylor.
How long is Sacred and Profane Love?
Sacred and Profane Love has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Sacred and Profane Love released?
Sacred and Profane Love was released on May 22, 1921 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Sacred and Profane Love?
The main cast of Sacred and Profane Love includes Elsie Ferguson, Conrad Nagel, Thomas Holding, Helen Dunbar, Winifred Greenwood.