The Spotlight
Originally released in 1927. The Spotlight is a comedy film. directed by Frank Tuttle. At just 50 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Esther Ralston, Neil Hamilton, and Nicholas Soussanin
Synopsis
Lizzie Stokes, an obscure and colorless actress, is elevated to stardom through publicity and better coaching from Daniel Hoffman, a theatrical producer. As Olga Rostova, an exotic Russian, she meets Norman Brooke, whose infatuation turns to love. Hoffman suggests that Norman could never care for Lizzie and proves his point. Heartbroken, Lizzie decides to see no more of him. On closing night, when he proposes to her in her dressing room and she refuses, Norman declares he must believe all the lurid details of her past; in desperation, she bares her true identity, only to find it is not her glamorous image but rather her real self that he loves.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 19, 1927
98 years ago
Runtime
0h 50m
50 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Spotlight about?
Lizzie Stokes, an obscure and colorless actress, is elevated to stardom through publicity and better coaching from Daniel Hoffman, a theatrical producer. As Olga Rostova, an exotic Russian, she mee...
Who directed The Spotlight?
The Spotlight was directed by Frank Tuttle.
How long is The Spotlight?
The Spotlight has a runtime of 0 hours and 50 minutes (50 minutes total).
When was The Spotlight released?
The Spotlight was released on November 19, 1927 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Spotlight?
The main cast of The Spotlight includes Esther Ralston, Neil Hamilton, Nicholas Soussanin, Arlette Marchal, Arthur Housman.