WAY DOWN EAST (1920) - ♦♦♦♦♦

Directed by - D.W. Griffith

Written by - Joseph R. Grismer, Anthony Paul Kelly, D.W. Griffith (based on a play by Lottie Blair Parker, William A. Brady)

Starring - Lillian Gish, Richard Barthelmess, Mrs. David Landau

"An innocent woman is tricked into a fake marriage by a wealthy millionaire whose sole purpose is to have is way with her. He leaves her pregnant, helpless and alone in the world. When her baby dies, she seeks refuge at Squire Barlett’s, but her past prevents her from peaceful living and true romance. Another gripping Griffith masterpiece, who turns melodramas into passionate epics, backed by a wonderful performance by one of his muses Lillian Gish. The final drifting ice sequences is simply breathtaking and, needless to say of anything Griffith made, ahead of its time."

Drama, USA