Das Mirakel (1912 film)

Das Mirakel is a blackand white silent German film made and released in 1912, directed by Mime Misu for the Berlin film production company ContinentalKunstfilm GmbH. It was based without permission on the Karl Vollmoeller play The Miracle. The film was originally advertised as The Miracle in Britain and the USA, but after copyright litigation in both countries it was shown as Sister Beatrix and Sister Beatrice respectively. In Germany it was known as Das Marienwunder eine alte Legende.

The film opens in the nave of a cathedral. People cry out in awe as a blind womans lost sight is restored. A procession forms, including many pilgrims and nuns. They pass through the cloisters, chanting.Among the nuns there is one younger and more beautiful named Beatrix. Among the pilgrims is a handsome knight. The two are attracted to each other during the service in the cathedral. Disturbed by her weakness Beatrix struggles to control her emotions. ........

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