Way down East : a simple story of plain people / scenario by Anthony Paul Kelly ; [directed by] D.W. Griffith ; [special contents by Film Preservation Associates].
Publisher:
Image EntertainmentInc.,
Copyright Date:
1994
Description:
2 videodiscs (147 min.) : sound, color tinted ; 12 in. + 1 program (16 pages : illustrations (some color ; 23 cm)
Lillian Gish, Richard Barthelmess, Lowell Sherman. Based on the novel and play by Lottie Blair Parker and Joseph R. Grismer. Originally produced as a silent motion picture in 1920. "From the Blackhawk Films Collection"--Container. Accompaning program is a facsimile reproduction of the souvenir book distributed at the film's premiere. "ID8075DS"--Disc labels and container.
Summary:
Melodrama about a young woman who is lured into a fake marriage, becomes pregnant and is abandoned. She moves to a small town and falls in love with a wealthy but humble man, but cannot escape her scandalous past. In addition, this release includes the complete text of the original play, hand colored photographic stills from stage performances, and other supplemental material.
OCLC:
(OCoLC)34111665
Locations:
OVUX522 -- University of Iowa Libraries (Iowa City)
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.