
Herodias, spurned by Egyptian prince who is in love with Salome, has him secretly thrown in dungeon next to the Baptist. Herodias threatens to kill her lover if Salome does not ask for death of the Baptist. Salome does so, later rescues the prince and flees with him into the desert.
Directed by Malcolm Strauss, Salome leans on a strong ensemble — Diana Allen, Christine Winthrop, Vincent Coleman — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1923.
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The relationship of a couple who meet by chance in New York City is put to the test when they encounter a life or death circumstance.
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