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Love’s Crucible (1922): Cast

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Love’s Crucible is a 1922 drama directed by Victor Sjöström, starring Jenny Hasselqvist as Ursula, Gösta Ekman and Artur Rolén. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes.

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Love’s Crucible (1922) movie poster
Release year
Runtime
1h 33m (93 min)
Genre
Drama
After the credits
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The story

What Is Love’s Crucible About?

The premise of Love’s Crucible without spoilers.

At the end of the Middle Ages Ursula is accused of poisoning her husband and must prove her innocence by undergoing a trial by fire, walking across flames to a crucifix. The director blends images of Ursula, her husband, the Virgin Mary and Jesus, earning praise. Jenny Hasselqvist’s performance is praised, recalling her flaming eyes and alarm.

Love’s Crucible Themes & Keywords

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  • girl
  • young
  • man
  • religion
  • murder
  • love
  • guilt
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Cast & crew

Love’s Crucible Cast & Characters

Jenny Hasselqvist leads the cast as Ursula, with Gösta Ekman as Bertram and Artur Rolén as Man at the inn. Directed by Victor Sjöström; 35 actors are credited in all.

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More from Victor Sjöström

More films directed by Victor Sjöström: Under the Red Robe, A Lady to Love, The Wind and The Divine Woman.

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Love’s Crucible Also Known As

4 alternative titles, including “Vem dömer?” and “Eldprovet”.

Also known as
  • Vem dömer?
  • Eldprovet
  • Gudsdomen
  • L'Epreuve du feu

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Love’s Crucible FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Love’s Crucible, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Love’s Crucible?

Love’s Crucible runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).

When was Love’s Crucible released?

Love’s Crucible was released in 1922.

Who directed Love’s Crucible?

Love’s Crucible was directed by Victor Sjöström.

More films by Victor Sjöström

Who is in the cast of Love’s Crucible?

Love’s Crucible stars Jenny Hasselqvist as Ursula, Gösta Ekman as Bertram and Artur Rolén as Man at the inn, among 35 credited actors.

Does Love’s Crucible have a post-credit scene?

No. Love’s Crucible has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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