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A Fool There Was (1915)

Movie ★ 5.0 67 min

Drama

John Schuyler, a happily married lawyer, is appointed diplomat and sent to England. Due to an unfortunate accident, his wife and child can not come along with him. On the ship to England, Schuyler meets the notorious Vampire - a relentless gold digger who causes the moral degradation of those she seduces, first fascinating and then draining the very life from her victims.

Frank Powell Director Porter Emerson Browne Writer

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Quick facts

Released
January 12, 1915
Runtime
67 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0005339
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Themes

Cast

Theda Bara Theda Bara The Vampire Edward José Edward José John Schuyler Mabel Frenyear John Schuyler's Wife May Allison May Allison The Wife's Sister Runa Hodges Schuyler Child Clifford Bruce Clifford Bruce The Friend Frank Powell Frank Powell The Doctor Minna Gale The Doctor's Fiancee Victor Benoit One of the Vamp's Victims Creighton Hale Creighton Hale Young Man at Wild Party (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is A Fool There Was about?
John Schuyler, a happily married lawyer, is appointed diplomat and sent to England. Due to an unfortunate accident, his wife and child can not come along with him. On the ship to England, Schuyler meets the notorious Vampire - a relentless gold digger who causes the moral degradation of those she seduces, first fascinating and then draining the very life from her victims.
Who directed A Fool There Was?
A Fool There Was was directed by Frank Powell.
Who stars in A Fool There Was?
A Fool There Was stars Theda Bara, Edward José, Mabel Frenyear, May Allison.
When was A Fool There Was released?
A Fool There Was is a 1915 drama film.
Where can I watch A Fool There Was?
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