A Lady of Quality (1924 film)

A Lady of Quality is a 1924 American silent historical drama film directed by Hobart Henley and starring Ethel Barrymore. The film is based on the 1896 novel of the same name by Frances Hodgson Burnett.

The story revolves around Clorinda Wildairs, a strong-willed and unconventional woman living in 18th-century England. Raised as if she were a boy by her eccentric father, she defies societal expectations and develops a fiercely independent spirit. Her life becomes complicated by love, duty, and the consequences of her impetuous actions. The film follows her journey as she navigates the complexities of her social standing and finds her own path to happiness.

The film was produced by Cosmopolitan Productions and distributed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. It was considered a large-scale production for its time, featuring elaborate costumes and sets to recreate the atmosphere of the Georgian era. While the film is now considered lost, contemporary reviews often praised Barrymore's performance and the visual spectacle of the production.