The Crimson Gardenia (1919) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Crimson Gardenia (1919) — Wastrel New York millionaire Roland Van Dam travels to New Orleans during Mardi Gras,…
The Crimson Gardenia (1919) Storyline
Wastrel New York millionaire Roland Van Dam travels to New Orleans during Mardi Gras, looking for adventure and romance. Because the costume he is wearing includes a red gardenia, he is mistaken for escaped prisoner Emile Le Duc by a woman (who turns out to be a long-lost cousin) who was to meet Le Duc, who was to be wearing a red gardenia. It turns out that Le Duc is the head of a vicious gang of counterfeiters, and Roland winds up getting in more adventures than he had hoped for.
Full Cast & Crew
- Owen Moore as Roland Van Dam
- Hedda Nova as Madelon Dorette
- Hector V. Sarno as Emile Le Duc
- Sydney Deane as Papa la Forge (as Sidney Deane)
- Tully Marshall as Alfred le Duc
- Gertrude Claire as Mere Felice
- Alec B. Francis as Mr. Banniman
- Sidney Ainsworth as Francois
- Edwin Stevens as Jean
- Betty Schade as Eleanor Banniman
- Kate Lester as Mrs. Banniman
Why Watch The Crimson Gardenia?
The Vibe: The Crimson Gardenia is a captivating and well-crafted adventure and drama movie from 1919. Directed by Reginald Barker, and starring Owen Moore, Hedda Nova, Hector V. Sarno Wastrel New York millionaire Roland Van Dam travels to New Orleans during Mardi Gras, looking for adventure and romance.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6/10, The Crimson Gardenia retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its unique premise and stylistic choices.
Time Investment: At a brisk 1h 0m, it's a tight, efficient movie that respects your time while delivering maximum impact.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy movies that blends adventure with drama elements, The Crimson Gardenia deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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