Carmen
May 26, 1913 · 30m
Director
Lucius HendersonOverview
A three-reel version of the famous stage production. Don Jose, the hero of the famous book by Prosper Merimee, and Bizet's celebrated opera, was born in the Basque Provinces of Spain. He was a young, good-looking peasant, devoted to his old mother, and greatly in love with his pretty sweetheart, Mercedes. The plans of Jose and Mercedes for an early marriage were rudely dissipated by the news that the young man had been drafted for service in the Spanish army. Jose comforted his mother and Mercedes, telling them that he would soon return and they would never be separated again.
Cast of Carmen
About Carmen
What is Carmen about?
A three-reel version of the famous stage production. Don Jose, the hero of the famous book by Prosper Merimee, and Bizet's celebrated opera, was born in the Basque Provinces of Spain. He was a young, good-looking peasant, devoted to his old mother, and greatly in love with his pretty sweetheart, Mercedes. The plans of Jose and Mercedes for an early marriage were rudely dissipated by the news…
When was Carmen released?
Carmen was released on May 26, 1913.
How long is Carmen?
Carmen runs 30 minutes.
Who directed Carmen?
Carmen was directed by Lucius Henderson.
Who is in the cast of Carmen?
The cast of Carmen includes Marguerite Snow (Carmen), William Garwood (Don José), William Russell (Escamillo, the Toreador), Francelia Billington (Don José's Sweetheart, Micaëla) and Burton Law.