The Marriage Clause
Cast & Crew
Lois Weber
Francis X. Bushman
Billie Dove
Warner Oland
Henri La Garde
Grace Darmond
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Synopsis
Sylvia Jordan, a pretty but timid girl, applies for a part in a play being produced in a New York theater, and director Barry Townsend accuses her of stealing a pocketbook. Her display of emotion convinces him of her acting potential, and under his guidance she becomes a highly praised star on Broadway. They fall in love, and Sylvia accepts Barry's proposal; but when Ravenal, the producer, presents her with a 3-year contract, he inserts a clause forbidding her to marry. When Ravenal declines to renew Barry's contract, Sylvia demands his reinstatement; but Barry, misunderstanding because of the insinuations of Mildred Le Blanc, leaves the theater. On her opening night, Sylvia becomes ill; but learning that Barry is in the audience, she performs brilliantly though at length breaks down. Hearing of her collapse, Barry visits her in the hospital, and his love helps her recovery.
Director
Lois Weber
Cast
Francis X. Bushman
Billie Dove
Warner Oland
Henri La Garde
Grace Darmond
Caroline Snowden
Oscar Smith
André Cheron
Robert Dudley
Charles Meakin
Film Details
Technical Specs
