The Moth
"The Age-old story of "The Moth and the Flame" told in twentieth century style by the screen's most capable exponents of emotional acting."
Originally released in 1917. The Moth is a drama film. directed by Edward José. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Norma Talmadge, Hassard Short, and Eugene O'Brien
Synopsis
Spoiled young heiress Lucy Gillam knows only a life filled with parties and flirtations until she falls in love with a man who loves only her money. She marries him, and after their child is born, she is confronted with life's harsh realities after her husband demands more and more money with which to support his mistress.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1917
108 years ago
Runtime
1h 12m
72 minutes total
User Rating
1.0/10
Mixed (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Norma Talmadge
as Lucy Gillam
Hassard Short
as A. Valentine Spencer
Eugene O'Brien
as Cpt. Bridgey
Virginia Dare
as Nita Marbridge
Adolphe Menjou
as Teddy Marbridge / The Husband
Donald Hall
as Ned Cunningham / Lawyer
Maude Allen
as Mrs. Cunningham
Frank Kingdon
as Lawrence Gillam
Robert Vivian
as Tutor
Kenneth Worms
as Larry
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Norma Talmadge Film Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Moth about?
Spoiled young heiress Lucy Gillam knows only a life filled with parties and flirtations until she falls in love with a man who loves only her money. She marries him, and after their child is born, ...
Who directed The Moth?
The Moth was directed by Edward José.
How long is The Moth?
The Moth has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).
When was The Moth released?
The Moth was released on October 1, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Moth?
The main cast of The Moth includes Norma Talmadge, Hassard Short, Eugene O'Brien, Virginia Dare, Adolphe Menjou.