Pillars of Society
Synopsis
Karsten Bernick is a wealthy Norwegian shipping tycoon and community leader who hides a past built on lies and moral hypocrisy. He was involved in a youthful affair in Paris with a married Bohemian actress; Bernick let his brother-in-law take the blame and fled to America, while also spreading a rumor that the man stole family money. When the wronged brother-in-law returns home years later demanding that Bernick clear his name Bernick tries to protect his social standing and financial empire from ruin, forcing a dramatic reckoning with his deceit.
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Henry B. Walthall
Karsten Bernick
Mary Alden
Lona Tonnesen
George Beranger
Johan Tonnesen
Josephine Crowell
Karsten's Mother (as Josephine B. Crowell)
Olga Grey
Madame Linda Dorf (as Olga Gray)
Joseph Singleton
Monsieur Dorf (uncredited)
Loyola O'Connor
Betty's Aunt (uncredited)
Jennie Lee
Nurse (uncredited)
Juanita Archer
Betty
Edna Mae Wilson
Little Dina Dorf (uncredited)
William Parsons
Pastor (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 27, 1916
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Raoul Walsh
- Screenplay & Story
- Henrik Ibsen
- Original Title
- Pillars of Society
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Fine Arts Film Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Raoul Walsh
Henrik Ibsen
Department Leadership Roster
Raoul Walsh
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Pillars of Society.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pillars of Society
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What is Pillars of Society about?
Karsten Bernick is a wealthy Norwegian shipping tycoon and community leader who hides a past built on lies and moral hypocrisy. He was involved in a youthful affair in Paris with a married Bohemian actress; Bernick let his brother-in-law take the blame and fled to America, while also spreading a rumor that the man stole family money. When the wronged brother-in-law returns home years later demanding that Bernick clear his name Bernick tries to protect his social standing and financial empire from ruin, forcing a dramatic reckoning with his deceit.
Who directed Pillars of Society?
Pillars of Society was directed by Raoul Walsh.
Who stars in Pillars of Society?
The principal cast of Pillars of Society includes Henry B. Walthall, Mary Alden, George Beranger, Josephine Crowell, Olga Grey.
When was Pillars of Society released and how long is it?
Pillars of Society was released in 1916 with a total runtime of 50m.