The Birth of a Race
This epic traces, from the Beginning, the lineage of the race of peace-loving people. Mankind at its best is highlighted as greatness of character across the centuries is displayed: Noah heeding God's command, Moses leading the Israelities, Jesus Christ dying to save humanity and promote His message of peace. Moving into our modern epoch: Columbus's discovery of America, the Declaration of Independence, the Emancipation Proclamation; A race of free humans committed to the proliferation of peace and freedom. What becomes of this race when autocratic powers threaten democracy in the time of the first World War?
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
The Birth of a Race
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 2, 1918
Runtime
1h 28m
Genres
Drama, History, War
User Score
50%
Original Title
The Birth of a Race
Production Companies
Birth of a Race Photoplay Corporation, The Frohman Amusement Corp.
Director
John W. Noble
Description
This epic traces, from the Beginning, the lineage of the race of peace-loving people. Mankind at its best is highlighted as greatness of character across the centuries is displayed: Noah heeding God's command, Moses leading the Israelities, Jesus Christ dying to save humanity and promote His message of peace. Moving into our modern epoch: Columbus's discovery of America, the Declaration of Independence, the Emancipation Proclamation; A race of free humans committed to the proliferation of peace and freedom. What becomes of this race when autocratic powers threaten democracy in the time of the first World War?