The Bridal Chair
1919-06-01 · 60 min · ★ 9.0
Lord Louis Lewis vows not to marry until his crippled fiancée, Sylvane Sheridan, passes away, despite temptations from other women like Jill Hargreaves, highlighting his devotion and the constraints placed on his life by her condition. The film centers on this poignant romance and loyalty, with Lord Louis remaining faithful as he waits for Sylvane, even as other suitors vie for his attention.
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- G.B. Samuelson
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- G.B. Samuelson Productions
- Countries
- United Kingdom
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- Released
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C.M. HallardLord Louis Lewis
Daisy BurrellJill HargreavesTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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