On with the Dance (1920)

Sonia, a Russian dancer, comes to New York seeking her fortune. She marries Peter Derwynt, a young architect, but their marriage is not a good one. Sonia falls under the spell of a rich ... See full summary »

Director:

George Fitzmaurice

Writers:

Ouida Bergère (scenario), Michael Morton (based on a play by)

Stars:

Mae Murray, David Powell, Alma Tell

Cast

Complete credited cast:
Mae Murray	...	Sonia
David Powell	...	Peter Derwynt
Alma Tell	...	Lady Tremelyn
John Miltern	...	Schuyler Van Vechten
Robert Schable	...	Jimmy Sutherland
Ida Waterman	...	Countess of Raystone
Zolya Talma	...	Fay Desmond (as Zola Talma)
James A. Furey	...	Undetermined Role
Peter Raymond	...	Undetermined Role (as Pete Raymond)

Storyline

Sonia, a Russian dancer, comes to New York seeking her fortune. She marries Peter Derwynt, a young architect, but their marriage is not a good one. Sonia falls under the spell of a rich Broadway mogul, Jimmy Sutherland, whose wife is in love with Peter. The mix of relationships comes crashing apart when Sutherland ends up murdered.

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Plot Keywords:

marriage | disguise | murder | infidelity | new york city | 

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

15 February 1920 (USA)

Also Known As:

Dansen gaar

Filming Locations:

Paramount Studios, Astoria, Queens, New York City, New York, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Famous Players-Lasky Corporation

Technical Specs

Runtime:

70 min

Sound Mix:

Silent

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

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