North American Restoration Premiere

A massive hit when released it propelled actress Marion Davies into the super star category. She’s terrific in this role: warm, personable, funny, and the camera loved her. The million dollars plus budget is lavished on the sumptuous sets and designs spanning 3 New York City blocks, 32 sets, 3000 costumes and antique jewelry and armor. Set in the time of the palace intrigues of King Henry VIII, Marion plays the rebellious Mary Tudor ,younger sister to Henry VIII. She defies the court by falling in love with a commoner but forced into betrothal to the decrepit King Louis XII. Political forces conspire to keep the lovers apart and she must use all her wiles to win the man she loves.

Thirties favourite William Powell appears in just his second film.

Full of action, romance, humour and wit, it’s the true beginning of the legend of Marion Davies onscreen. The film is newly restored by off the sole surviving 35mm nitrate print (from Marion’s personal collection) and brought back to public awareness by Ben Model & his Undercrank Productions. Film Courtesy of Library of Congress

Sponsored by C. Stewart & N. Moles

Special Guest Ben Model of NYC, who spearheaded the restoration project will introduce and accompany the film.

$15

Tickets available in advance. Part of the Toronto Silent Film Festival April 6-11