A Modern Magdalen
“A modern society drama teeming with heart interest in 5 charming acts.”
Synopsis
Although laborer Joe Mercer loves factory girl Katinka Jenkins, she agrees to become the mistress of Lindsay, the mill owner, in order to escape dire poverty and cruel parents. Katinka sends Lindsay's money to her family, but eventually, he finds himself unable to pay his employees, and only under Joe's influence are the men prevented from striking. Reformer John Strong, who loves Katinka's sister Olivia, visits Katinka to request that she cease her disgraceful dance performances, but he soon submits to her charms and is passionately embracing her when Olivia enters the room. Katinka then learns of the situation at the mill and realizes that the compromise of her honor has ruined more lives than her own.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 17, 1915
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Will S. Davis
- Screenplay & Story
- C. Haddon Chambers
- Original Title
- A Modern Magdalen
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Life Photo Film Corp.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Will S. Davis
C. Haddon Chambers
Department Leadership Roster
Will S. Davis
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Modern Magdalen
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What is A Modern Magdalen about?
Although laborer Joe Mercer loves factory girl Katinka Jenkins, she agrees to become the mistress of Lindsay, the mill owner, in order to escape dire poverty and cruel parents. Katinka sends Lindsay's money to her family, but eventually, he finds himself unable to pay his employees, and only under Joe's influence are the men prevented from striking. Reformer John Strong, who loves Katinka's sister Olivia, visits Katinka to request that she cease her disgraceful dance performances, but he soon submits to her charms and is passionately embracing her when Olivia enters the room. Katinka then learns of the situation at the mill and realizes that the compromise of her honor has ruined more lives than her own.
Who directed A Modern Magdalen?
A Modern Magdalen was directed by Will S. Davis.
Who stars in A Modern Magdalen?
The principal cast of A Modern Magdalen includes Lionel Barrymore, William H. Tooker, Cathrine Countiss, Charles E. Graham, Marjorie Nelson.
When was A Modern Magdalen released and how long is it?
A Modern Magdalen was released in 1915 with a total runtime of 50m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Modern Magdalen?
A Modern Magdalen holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).