“Joan the Woman” is a 1916 film with a narrative based on the life of Joan of Arc. The plot revolves around Joan’s story that inspires a British World War I officer. The main roles were played by Geraldine Farrar as Joan of Arc, Raymond Hatton as Charles VII, and Hobart Bosworth as General La Hire. The purpose of this article is to share details about where it was filmed, its schedule, and various fascinating bits about the film.
Where it Filmed?
The filming of “Joan the Woman” was carried out at one main location which is Griffith Park, located on 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, California, USA. The shooting of the film started on June 19, 1916, and went on till October 7, 1916.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Geraldine Farrar | Jeanne d’Arc (Joan of Arc) |
| Raymond Hatton | Charles VII |
| Hobart Bosworth | Gen. La Hire |
| Theodore Roberts | Cauchon |
| Wallace Reid | Eric Trent 1431 / Eric Trent 1917 |
| Charles Clary | La Tremouille |
| James Neill | Laxart |
| Tully Marshall | L’Oiseleur |
| Lawrence Peyton | Gaspard |
| Horace B. Carpenter | Jacques d’Arc |
| Cleo Ridgely | The King’s Favorite |
| Lillian Leighton | Isambeau |
| Marjorie Daw | Katherine |
| Ernest Joy | Robert de Beaudricourt |
| John Oaker | Jean de Metz |
| Hugo B. Koch | Duke of Burgundy |
| William Conklin | John of Luxembourg |
| Walter Long | The Executioner |
| Emilius Jorgensen | Michael |
| Donald Crisp | |
| Jack Hoxie | (as Hart Hoxie) |
| Lucien Littlefield | |
| Nigel De Brulier | Man at Trial (uncredited) |
| Jack Holt | (uncredited) |
| Fred Kohler | L’Oiseleur’s Henchman (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film, during its premiere run in major cities, initially had 12 reels. However, despite objections from the director, Cecil B. DeMille, it was eventually cut down to just 10 reels.
- In a scene, when Trent finds the sword, he initially holds the hilt in his right hand. But in the next close-up shot, the hilt switches to his left hand. When the scene cuts back again, the sword is back in his right hand. A little observation reveals that the close-up shot was inserted upside down.
- “Joan the Woman” was showcased in a television series titled “Hollywood” in 1980.
- In the film, one of Joan’s quotes stands out where she says, “No sword once drawn for France – shall be thrown down!”
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Griffith Park – 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.13655440000001
- Longitude: -118.2942
- Place ID: ChIJ9590IY3AwoARquS6ie60MUc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Griffith Park, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
