The Red Kimona (El kimono rojo)

Darley, a small-town girl finds escape from her cruel home life in the arms of a handsome stranger. Soon she finds herself working as a prostitute named Gabrielle in New Orleans, desperately clinging to the belief that he really loves her. When she discovers him buying an engagement ring for another woman, she shoots him. Her murder trial becomes a ‘cause célèbre’ and Gabrielle is befriended by a rich society woman who professes deep concern for the unfortunate girl.  “The Red Kimona” is a plea for resistance and fight against the exploitation and oppression of the illicit business of human trafficking and seeks to raise awareness about the dangers and injustices that women face in society.

Dorothy Davenport March 13, 1895 – October 12, 1977) was an American actress, screenwriter, film director and producer who began her career as an actress in the 1910’s. Her film style is characterized by a realistic approach and an emotional narrative and is recognized for addressing social and controversial issues in her films. Davenport was a pioneer and her work helped to pave the way for women in the film industry.

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Director: Dorothy Davenport (USA). Walter Lang is billed as director. 

Genre: Fiction

Country of production: USA 

Year of production: 1925

Running time: 80’

Language: Silent Film

Cast: Priscilla Bonner, Nellie Bly Baker, Carl Miller

Production: Dorothy Davenport (billed under the pseudonym Mrs. Wallace Reid)

Screenwriter: Dorothy Arzner

Director of photography: James Diamond

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