The Moth

Edward José
1917-10-01

The Age-old story of "The Moth and the Flame" told in twentieth century style by the screen's most capable exponents of emotional acting.
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72 min

Spoiled young heiress Lucy Gillam knows only a life filled with parties and flirtations until she falls in love with a man who loves only her money. She marries him, and after their child is born, she is confronted with life's harsh realities after her husband demands more and more money with which to support his mistress.

Cast

Name Character Team
Norma Talmadge Lucy Gillam Unowned
Hassard Short A. Valentine Spencer Unowned
Eugene O'Brien Cpt. Bridgey Unowned
Virginia Dare Nita Marbridge Unowned
Adolphe Menjou Teddy Marbridge / The Husband Unowned
Donald Hall Ned Cunningham / Lawyer Unowned
Maude Allen Mrs. Cunningham Unowned
Frank Kingdon Lawrence Gillam Unowned
Robert Vivian Tutor Unowned
Kenneth Worms Larry Unowned
Aida Armand Lucy's Little Girl Unowned
Lorna Volare Lucy's Little Boy Unowned