The Magic Flame

“THE ROMEO AND JULIET OF THE SCREEN---RONALD COMAN and VILMA BANKY”

The Magic Flame (1927) is a feature film directed by Henry King, produced by Samuel Goldwyn, and based on the play Konig Harlekin by Rudolph Lothar. George Barnes was nominated at the 1st Academy Awards for Best Cinematography. The film promoted itself as the Romeo and Juliet of the circus upon its release.

Director

Henry King

Screenplay

Bess Meredyth

Status

Released

Release date

17/09/1927

Original language

English

Box office

US$ 1 M