The Grand Chateau

The Grand Chateau is a 1927 romantic drama film written and directed by Quentin Lakos. The film stars amateur actors Eric Johnston and Kate Olivier as two people who take refuge in a large chateau, both unaware of the other's existence. Amateur actors were cast in order to create a further sense of mystery.

The Grand Chateau recieved positive reviews from critics upon it's release, and at the 1st Academy Awards, it won Best Title Writing and was nominated for five other awards, the most of the ceremony, including Best Picture and Best Actress for Olivier.