The Holy FlamesMovie
Former soldier Maurice Tabret returns home unhurt to marry his wife, Stella. Shortly after, he is paralyzed from the waist down in a tragic airplane crash. As the years pass, Stella becomes emotionally and romantically involved with Maurice's healthy brother. Maurice is suddenly discovered dead. While initially appearing to be a tragic or natural death, it is eventually revealed to be an intentional act of mercy. The investigation into his death forces a sweeping confrontation that reveals hidden truths, passionate devotion, and profound sacrifice within the family. German-language version of 1929's "The Sacred Flame", from the W. Somerset Maugham play, shot by Warner Bros. in Hollywood with a German-speaking cast.
About The Holy Flames
The Holy Flames is a 1931 movie directed by William Dieterle, Berthold Viertel.
The production information lists a runtime of 1h 26m, production credits from United States of America, an original language code of DE.
The credited cast includes Gustav Fröhlich, Dita Parlo, Hans Heinrich von Twardowski, Salka Viertel. The synopsis above summarizes the central premise without adding details beyond the available title information.
