Romance of a Jewess
Synopsis
This early D.W. Griffith short shows the director's interest in Jewish ghetto life, portrayed here with sympathy and sentimentality. The melodramatic plot involves the conflict between generations in an immigrant Jewish family.
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Romance of a Jewess (1908) D.W. Griffith Silent Film
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-06-27
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 23, 1908
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- D.W. Griffith
- Screenplay & Story
- D.W. Griffith
- Original Title
- Romance of a Jewess
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 12m
- Production Studios
- American Mutoscope and Biograph Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
D.W. Griffith
D.W. Griffith
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D.W. Griffith
Director
D.W. Griffith
Writer
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What is Romance of a Jewess about?
This early D.W. Griffith short shows the director's interest in Jewish ghetto life, portrayed here with sympathy and sentimentality. The melodramatic plot involves the conflict between generations in an immigrant Jewish family.
Who directed Romance of a Jewess?
Romance of a Jewess was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in Romance of a Jewess?
The principal cast of Romance of a Jewess includes Florence Lawrence, George Gebhardt, Gladys Egan, Mack Sennett.
When was Romance of a Jewess released and how long is it?
Romance of a Jewess was released in 1908 with a total runtime of 12m.