What Price Glory? is a 1926 American silent war film directed by Raoul Walsh. It is an adaptation of the successful Broadway play of the same name, which premiered in 1924. The film stars Edmund Lowe and Victor McLaglen as two American soldiers in France during World War I. The plot centers on their contrasting personalities and their experiences with love, war, and the harsh realities of combat. Lowe portrays Captain Flagg, a cynical, womanizing officer, while McLaglen plays Sergeant Quirt, a gruff but ultimately loyal soldier. Their conflicting approaches to duty and their respective relationships with a French woman (played by Dolores Costello) form the core of the narrative. The film is known for its frank depiction of war, showcasing its brutality and the toll it takes on its participants, even while containing comedic elements derived from the characters' interactions and personalities. The critical and commercial reception of the 1926 film version was largely positive, contributing to the enduring popularity of the story. A sound remake was released in 1952.
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