The Eternal City movie poster

The Eternal City

"Actual Scenes Staged in the Coliseum, Vatican Gardens and the Castle of St. Angelo. Scenic Splendor and overpowering dramatic appeal."

April 12, 1915 1h 20m

Originally released in 1915. The Eternal City is a drama film. directed by Edwin S. Porter. At just 80 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Pauline Frederick, Thomas Holding, and Kittens Reichert

Synopsis

Leone, a Papal guard, is devastated when his wife drowns herself after mistakenly thinking that he had abandoned her. He turns over his son David to be brought up by nuns, then enters a monastery. David is brought to London and is raised to be a beggar and thief until he is rescued by Dr. Roselli, an Italian political refugee, who raises David with his daughter Donna Roma. Years later David gets heavily involved in Italian politics and incurs the enmity of the corrupt Italian Prime Minister, which leads him to discover the hidden secrets of his family's past--and present.

Quick Facts

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Release Date April 12, 1915 110 years ago
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Runtime 1h 20m 80 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

  • Famous Players Film Company

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Eternal City about?

Leone, a Papal guard, is devastated when his wife drowns herself after mistakenly thinking that he had abandoned her. He turns over his son David to be brought up by nuns, then enters a monastery. ...

Who directed The Eternal City?

The Eternal City was directed by Edwin S. Porter.

How long is The Eternal City?

The Eternal City has a runtime of 1 hours and 20 minutes (80 minutes total).

When was The Eternal City released?

The Eternal City was released on April 12, 1915 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Eternal City?

The main cast of The Eternal City includes Pauline Frederick, Thomas Holding, Kittens Reichert, Arthur Oppenheim, George Stillwell.