Tannhäuser 111 years old

Tannhäuser

Dramatic three-reel film based on Wagner's opera of chivalry and spiritual struggle. Wandering minstrel Tannhauser wins the heart of Elizabeth, niece of the powerful Landgrave. Later, under the spell of Venus and her nymphs, Tannhauser passes into Venusberg, a netherworld of earthly pleasures. Returning to the Landgrave's court, he praises Venus in song and sparks the righteous anger of all present. His own prayers and those of Elizabeth free him from enchantment and he takes up the habit of a monk, devoting himself to God. He sets off to seek absolution in Rome while Elizabeth waits at court, ever weakening in his absence.

Credits

Tannhäuser Cast

Name Character
James Cruze He was 29, 58 years old when he died as Tannhauser

Tannhäuser Crew

Name Department
Lucius Henderson as Director. He was 52 (85) years old when He died Directing
Tannhäuser poster
Tannhäuser (111 years)

  • Release day: Monday, July 14, 1913
  • Runtime: 40 minutes