Black Orchids
“The Love Affairs of a Heartless Woman”
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Frivolous young Marie de Severac is frightened into following a more virtuous path, when her father relates a story in which an equally frivolous woman is entombed alive. The movie was Rex Ingram’s directorial debut, and he later remade the film as Trifling Women in 1922. Black Orchids is considered to be a lost film.
Cast
Cleo Madison
as Marie de Severac / Zoraida
Dick La Reno
as Emile de Severac
Francis McDonald
as George Renoir / Ivan De Maupin
Wedgwood Nowell
as Marquis De Chantal
Howard Crampton
as Sebastian de Maupin
William Dyer
as Proprietor of L'Hibour Blanc
John George
as Ali Bara
Jean Hersholt
as
Joe Martin
as Haitim-Tai
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Stream Black Orchids online free in HD on Bowood.TV. A talked-about horror and drama movie originally produced in English and released in 1917, it's earned a solid 1.0/10 from 2 viewers worldwide.
About Black Orchids
“The Love Affairs of a Heartless Woman”
Frivolous young Marie de Severac is frightened into following a more virtuous path, when her father relates a story in which an equally frivolous woman is entombed alive. The movie was Rex Ingram’s directorial debut, and he later remade the film as Trifling Women in 1922. Black Orchids is considered to be a lost film. Running 50 minutes.
Black Orchids Cast and Characters
The cast features Cleo Madison (as Marie de Severac / Zoraida), Dick La Reno (as Emile de Severac), Francis McDonald (as George Renoir / Ivan De Maupin), Wedgwood Nowell (as Marquis De Chantal), and Howard Crampton (as Sebastian de Maupin). Their performances are a major reason Black Orchids has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Black Orchids NowWhy People Are Watching Black Orchids
Black Orchids flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about Black Orchids
Where can I watch Black Orchids online for free?
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How long is Black Orchids?
Black Orchids runs for 50 minutes (about 0.8 hour).
Is Black Orchids good? What's the rating?
Black Orchids holds a 1.0/10 rating based on 2 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Black Orchids?
The main cast includes Cleo Madison, Dick La Reno, Francis McDonald, and Wedgwood Nowell, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Black Orchids available in English?
Yes — Black Orchids was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Black Orchids released?
Black Orchids was released in 1917.
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What is Black Orchids about?
Black Orchids is a Horror/Drama English-language film. Frivolous young Marie de Severac is frightened into following a more virtuous path, when her father relates a story in which an equally frivolous woman is entombed alive. The movie was Rex Ingram’s directorial debut, and he later remade the film as Trifling Women in 1922. Black Orchids is considered to be a lost film.
When was Black Orchids released?
Black Orchids was released on January 1, 1917. It has a runtime of 50m. The film was produced by Universal Film Manufacturing Company.
Who stars in Black Orchids?
Black Orchids stars Cleo Madison, Dick La Reno, Francis McDonald and Wedgwood Nowell. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Black Orchids available in HD?
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