The Prosecutor · 1917
The Prosecutor (1917) is a Drama film directed by Yakov Protazanov, starring Nathalie Lissenko, Ivan Mosjoukine, Vera Orlova.
Drama
Overview
Prosecutor Olsen's lover, the singer-songwriter Betsy, leaves him for a new passion. And he, speaking in court as a prosecutor, remains deaf to the dictates of feelings, a ruthless servant of the harsh Law. Some time later, Betsy kills her new lover in a fit of jealousy; Olsen, who retained his feelings, nevertheless becomes her accuser at the trial. He seeks the condemnation of Betsy, but comes to the realization that he lived unrighteously, allowing himself to be judged, becoming a servant of Themis. Exit in the classic tradition of the great mute: Olsen commits suicide.
Cast
Nathalie Lissenko, Ivan Mosjoukine, Vera Orlova, Olga Kondorova
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What is "The Prosecutor" about?
Prosecutor Olsen's lover, the singer-songwriter Betsy, leaves him for a new passion. And he, speaking in court as a prosecutor, remains deaf to the dictates of feelings, a ruthless servant of the harsh Law. Some time later, Betsy kills her new lover in a fit of jealousy; Olsen, who retained his feelings, nevertheless becomes her accuser at the trial. He seeks the condemnation of Betsy, but comes to the realization that he lived unrighteously, allowing himself to be judged, becoming a servant of Themis. Exit in the classic tradition of the great mute: Olsen commits suicide.
When was "The Prosecutor" released?
The Prosecutor was released in 1917.
Who stars in "The Prosecutor"?
The cast includes Nathalie Lissenko, Ivan Mosjoukine, Vera Orlova, Olga Kondorova.
