Lady Windermere's Fan is a 1925 American silent drama film directed by Ernst Lubitsch, based on Oscar Wilde's 1892 play of the same name. The story follows Lady Margaret Windermere, who suspects her husband of having an affair with Mrs. Erlynne, a woman with a scandalous reputation. As tensions rise, Lady Windermere decides to leave her husband for Lord Darlington, who has professed his love for her. However, Mrs. Erlynne intervenes, revealing her true connection to Lady Windermere and sacrificing her own reputation to save the marriage. The film is celebrated for Lubitsch's sophisticated direction and its exploration of morality, love, and societal expectations.
Credits: Director: Ernst Lubitsch Producer: Ernst Lubitsch Starring: Ronald Colman, May McAvoy, Bert Lytell, Irene Rich Screenplay: Julien Josephson (adaptation), Maude Fulton (titles), Eric Locke (titles) Cinematography: Charles Van Enger
