Way Down East

Way Down East

Year: 1920

Runtime: 150 mins

Director: D.W. Griffith

DramaRomanceMoving relationship storiesEnduring stories of family and marital dramaHeartbreaking and moving family drama

A straightforward drama about a naive country girl who is duped into a false marriage by a wealthy playboy. When the sham is uncovered, she bears an illegitimate child, faces social stigma, and must struggle to rebuild her life and reputation.

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