Nocturne of Love (1919 film)

Nocturne of Love is a 1919 American silent film directed by Eduard José and starring Elsie Ferguson, Vernon Steele, and Lionel Atwill. The film is a drama centered on the themes of societal expectations, love, and sacrifice. Elsie Ferguson plays Marie Broussais, a woman torn between her devotion to her family, particularly her mother and sister, and her own desire for happiness in love. The film portrays the challenges women faced in balancing personal desires with familial obligations in the early 20th century. While it received some contemporary reviews, its accessibility and overall impact on film history remain limited due to its age and the general scarcity of silent films.