The Heart of Maryland (1927 film)

The Heart of Maryland is a 1927 American silent historical romantic drama film directed by Lloyd Bacon and starring Dolores Costello. It is based on the play of the same name by David Belasco. The film is set during the American Civil War and tells the story of Maryland Calvert, a Southern belle who bravely attempts to aid the Confederacy and protect her lover, Confederate officer Alan Kendrick, from execution.

The plot revolves around Maryland's efforts to prevent Alan's hanging by silencing the carillon bells, which are to signal his impending death. Her actions have dire consequences.

The Heart of Maryland (1927 film) is a remake of previous film adaptations of Belasco's play, including a 1915 version starring Mrs. Leslie Carter, who had also originated the role on stage. While the 1927 version was a large-scale production with elaborate sets and costumes, it is considered a lesser-known and less critically acclaimed adaptation than earlier versions. The film is notable as one of Dolores Costello's starring roles and as a visual representation of a popular, if somewhat melodramatic, Civil War narrative of the era. The film survives, and prints are available for viewing.