Under the Yoke (film)
| Under the Yoke | |
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| Directed by | J. Gordon Edwards |
| Produced by | William Fox |
| Written by | Adrian Johnson |
| Based on |
"Maria of the Roses" by George Scarborough |
| Starring |
Theda Bara G. Raymond Nye |
| Cinematography | John W. Boyle |
| Distributed by | Fox Film Corporation |
Release dates |
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Running time | 5 reels |
| Country | United States |
| Language | Silent (English intertitles) |
Under the Yoke is a 1918 American silent drama film directed by J. Gordon Edwards and starring Theda Bara. It is based on the short story "Maria of the Roses" by George Scarborough.
Plot
As described in a film magazine,[1] when Maria Valverda (Bara) refuses the attentions of Diablo Ramirez (Nye), he starts an insurrection among the native Filipinos. Maria's father Don Ramon is killed and Maria is held hostage. She gets word to Capt. Paul Winter (Roscoe) of the American troops in Manila and he comes to her assistance, but his troops are outnumbered and they are made prisoners by the revolting revolutionists. Maria and Paul attempt to escape, but they are caught and brought back. At the Manila headquarters, trouble is suspected and reinforcements are sent. Before long, the revolt is subdued and peace reigns over Maria's home, and happiness over the betrothal of Maria and Paul.
Cast
- Theda Bara as Maria Valverda
- G. Raymond Nye as Diablo Ramirez
- Albert Roscoe as Capt. Paul Winter
- Edwin B. Tilton as Don Ramon Valverde
- Carrie Clark Ward as Duenna
Reception
Like many American films of the time, Under the Yoke was subject to restrictions and cuts by city and state film censorship boards. For example, the Chicago Board of Censors cut, in Reel 3, the execution of Don Ramon, Reel 4, scene between Maria and Diablo where he kisses her on the shoulder, and required three scenes of torturing an American soldier be shortened.[2]
Preservation status
Under the Yoke is now considered to be a lost film.[3]
See also
References
- ↑ "Reviews: Under the Yoke". Exhibitors Herald (New York City: Exhibitors Herald Company) 7 (1): 46. June 29, 1918.
- ↑ "Official Cut-Outs by the Chicago Board of Censors". Exhibitors Herald (New York City: Exhibitors Herald Company) 7 (3): 31. July 13, 1918.
- ↑ "Progressive Silent Film List: Under the Yoke". silentera.com. Retrieved June 30, 2008.
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