Destruction (1915)

Fernande marries a man and schemes to get his wealth when his expected death occurs. But he dies before he can change his will. She next tries to kill the son who inherits, but he outfoxes her.

Director:

Will S. Davis (as W. S. Davis)

Writers:

Émile Zola (novel), Will S. Davis (scenario)

Stars:

Theda Bara, J. Herbert Frank, James A. Furey

Cast

Complete credited cast:
Theda Bara	...	Ferdinande Martin
J. Herbert Frank	...	Dave Walker
James A. Furey	...	John Froment Sr.
Gaston Bell	...	John Froment III
Warner Oland	...	Mr. Deleveau
Esther Hoier	...	Josine Walker
James Sheridan	...	Josine's Brother (as Master Tansey)
Arthur Morrison	...	Lang
Frank Evans	...	Mill Foreman
Carleton Macy	...	John Froment Jr.
Johnnie Walker	...	Mill Worker (as J. Walker)

Storyline

Fernande marries a man and schemes to get his wealth when his expected death occurs. But he dies before he can change his will. She next tries to kill the son who inherits, but he outfoxes her.

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Plot Keywords:

femme fatale | destruction | famine | factory mill | vamp | 

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Taglines:

THE MOST FAMOUS VAMPIRE IN HER MOST DARING ROLE BRINGS RUIN AND DISASTER TO THOUSANDS (original trade ad-all caps)

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Genres:

Drama | Romance

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Certificate:

Passed

Details

Country:

USA

Release Date:

26 December 1915 (USA)

Also Known As:

La ravageuse

Filming Locations:

New Jersey, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Fox Film Corporation

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Silent

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

This film is presumed lost. Please check your attic.

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Connections

Version of Travail (1920)

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