Faust (1909)
Faust, an aged philosopher and magician who has grown weary of life and has sought in vain for the secret of eternal youth, decides, after a night's long vigil, to call forth from the realms of darkness the evil one to aid him. Mephistopheles appears and offers him his services in return for Faust's soul. The aged philosopher refuses to accept until the devil shows him a vision of Marguerite in all her maiden simplicity and beauty. Faust agrees to accept the compact providing Mephistopheles will give him youth, wealth and love.
Director: Edwin S. Porter
Genre: Fantasy, Drama
Runtime: 10 min
Release Date: December 24, 1909
Cast
- William Sorelle - Mephistopheles
Screenplay
- Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (Theatre Play)
Production: Edison Studios
Country: United States of America
Language: No Language
Original Language: en
Keywords
silent film, faustian pact
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Faust about?
- Faust, an aged philosopher and magician who has grown weary of life and has sought in vain for the secret of eternal youth, decides, after a night's long vigil, to call forth from the realms of darkness the evil one to aid him. Mephistopheles appears and offers him his services in return for Faust's soul. The aged philosopher refuses to accept until the devil shows him a vision of Marguerite in all her maiden simplicity and beauty. Faust agrees to accept the compact providing Mephistopheles will give him youth, wealth and love.
- Who directed Faust?
- Faust was directed by Edwin S. Porter.
- Who stars in Faust?
- Faust stars William Sorelle.
- How long is Faust?
- Faust has a runtime of 10m (10 minutes).
- What genre is Faust?
- Faust is a Fantasy, Drama film.
- Where was Faust produced?
- Faust was produced in United States of America.