The Birth of Patriotism
“The Drama of a Man's Soul Reborn”
Synopsis
Carelessness on the part of Johnny Roberts and the growing drudgery of married life causes an estrangement between Johnny and his wife Mary. The final break comes when Johnny, sick with a fever, returns home to be accused of drunkenness by Mary. Johnny leaves his wife to seek solace in Anne, the innkeeper's daughter, and the two live happily together until the outbreak of the war. When England is threatened, Johnny enlists and is sent to the front. In the meantime, Mary, with her little baby, seeks Anne out to ask for some of her husband's money to take care of the child. A mutual understanding springs up between the two women and upon Johnny's arrival home, the self-sacrificing Anne disappears and Johnny returns to his wife and child.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 30, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eugenie Magnus Ingleton
- Screenplay & Story
- Eugenie Magnus Ingleton, I.A.R. Wylie
- Original Title
- The Birth of Patriotism
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Universal Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eugenie Magnus Ingleton
Eugenie Magnus Ingleton, I.A.R. Wylie
Department Leadership Roster
Eugenie Magnus Ingleton
Writer
Eugenie Magnus Ingleton
Director
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What is The Birth of Patriotism about?
Carelessness on the part of Johnny Roberts and the growing drudgery of married life causes an estrangement between Johnny and his wife Mary. The final break comes when Johnny, sick with a fever, returns home to be accused of drunkenness by Mary. Johnny leaves his wife to seek solace in Anne, the innkeeper's daughter, and the two live happily together until the outbreak of the war. When England is threatened, Johnny enlists and is sent to the front. In the meantime, Mary, with her little baby, seeks Anne out to ask for some of her husband's money to take care of the child. A mutual understanding springs up between the two women and upon Johnny's arrival home, the self-sacrificing Anne disappears and Johnny returns to his wife and child.
Who directed The Birth of Patriotism?
The Birth of Patriotism was directed by Eugenie Magnus Ingleton.
Who stars in The Birth of Patriotism?
The principal cast of The Birth of Patriotism includes Irene Hunt, Ann Forrest, Leo Pierson, Ernest Shields, Lydia Yeamans Titus.
When was The Birth of Patriotism released and how long is it?
The Birth of Patriotism was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.