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Director's Spotlight
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Director's Spotlight: United States
A Deep Dive into the 1916 Vision of Frank Lloyd
The thematic gravity of An International Marriage (1916) is rooted in the artistic risks taken by Frank Lloyd that eventually paid off. Defining a new era of United States artistic expression, it demands to be seen by anyone who cares about the art of film.
In An International Marriage, Frank Lloyd pushes the boundaries of conventional narrative. The film's unique approach to its subject matter has sparked endless debates and interpretations among cinephiles and critics alike.
| Cinematography | High-Contrast |
| Soundtrack | Orchestral |
| Editing | Invisible |
| Art Direction | Kitsch |
Visualizing the convergence of Frank Lloyd's style and the core cult narrative.
Florence Brent is the daughter of Bennington Brent, who runs a successful laundry business. Florence's childhood friend, John Oglesby, is a Congressman. When Florence visits her friend, Eleanor Williamson, in Washington D.C., she meets Eleanor's fiancé, who is a Count. The Duke of Buritz, a countryman of the Count, tries to corrupt Oglesby for political reasons. Meanwhile, the Count breaks his engagement to Eleanor, having become enamored of Florence. Oglesby eventually exposes the duplicity of the Count and Duke.
Decades after its release, An International Marriage remains a vital piece of the cinematic puzzle. Its influence can be seen in countless modern works, solidifying Frank Lloyd's status as a master of the craft in United States and beyond.