Intolerance: Love's Struggle Throughout the Ages

"The Cruel Hand of Intolerance"

Oct 4 1916 Passed 2h 43m
Drama, History

The story of a poor young woman, separated by prejudice from her husband and baby, is interwoven with tales of intolerance from throughout history.

Plot

Intolerance and its terrible effects are examined in four historical eras. In ancient Babylon, a mountain girl is caught up in the religious rivalry that leads to the city's downfall. In Judea, the hypocritical Pharisees condemn Jesus Christ. In 1572 Paris, unaware of the impending St. Bartholomew's Day Massacre, two young Huguenots prepare for marriage. Finally, in modern America, social reformers destroy the lives of a young woman and her beloved.

Written by

Hettie Grey Baker, Tod Browning, D.W. Griffith

Directed by

D.W. Griffith

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Wark Producing Corp., Triangle Film Corporation

Languages

No Language

Awards

2 wins

Scores
# of Votes
17,306
Average Rating
7.7 out of 10
Metascore
99
Popularity
NA