The Cardinal's Conspiracy (1909 Original Black & White Film)

Step into a tale of romance and deception with this captivating black and white film from 1909! Witness the royal drama unfold as a princess defies her father's wishes by rejecting a neighboring prince chosen for her. With the help of the Cardinal, the prince disguises himself as a guard and wins the princess's heart by saving her from danger. However, their happiness is short-lived when the Cardinal has the prince imprisoned to exploit the situation. Watch as the princess bravely aids his escape and defiantly declares her love for him to her father. In a surprising twist, the 'guard' is revealed to be the prince, and the king ultimately approves of their union. Immerse yourself in this enchanting story set in early eighteenth-century France!

Source :
Bitzer, G. W., Kirkwood, J., Lawrence, F., Powell, F. E., O'Moore, B., Johnson, A. V. [...] Paper Print Collection. (1909) The Cardinal's conspiracy. Griffith, D. W., dir United States: Biograph Co. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2014600153