Social Briars
Synopsis
Iris Lee is reared in the small town of Dalton by her deceased mother's friend, Martha Kane, and when she reaches adulthood, Martha's son Jim falls in love with her. When Iris fails to return his affections, Mrs. Kane treats her so coldly that Iris decides to leave the stuffy little village for the metropolis. On her journey, she accepts a ride with Jack Andrews, but after he attempts to kiss her, she leaps from the car and walks the rest of the way. While singing in the choir of a large metropolitan church, she is discovered by Jack's wealthy father Peter, who recommends her as a soloist. Light opera star Helen Manning, who has helped Iris to cultivate her voice, quarrels with her theatrical manager, and Iris is offered her position.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 13, 1918
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Henry King
- Screenplay & Story
- Edward Sloman, Jeanne Judson
- Original Title
- Social Briars
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- American Film Company, Hallmark Pictures Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Henry King
Edward Sloman, Jeanne Judson
Department Leadership Roster
Henry King
Director
Edward Sloman
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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What is Social Briars about?
Iris Lee is reared in the small town of Dalton by her deceased mother's friend, Martha Kane, and when she reaches adulthood, Martha's son Jim falls in love with her. When Iris fails to return his affections, Mrs. Kane treats her so coldly that Iris decides to leave the stuffy little village for the metropolis. On her journey, she accepts a ride with Jack Andrews, but after he attempts to kiss her, she leaps from the car and walks the rest of the way. While singing in the choir of a large metropolitan church, she is discovered by Jack's wealthy father Peter, who recommends her as a soloist. Light opera star Helen Manning, who has helped Iris to cultivate her voice, quarrels with her theatrical manager, and Iris is offered her position.
Who directed Social Briars?
Social Briars was directed by Henry King.
Who stars in Social Briars?
The principal cast of Social Briars includes Mary Miles Minter, Allan Forrest, Anne Schaefer, Edmund Cobb, George Periolat.
When was Social Briars released and how long is it?
Social Briars was released in 1918 with a total runtime of 50m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Social Briars?
Social Briars holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).