A Modern Magdalen (1915)
A modern society drama teeming with heart interest in 5 charming acts.
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.
Cast
- Lionel Barrymore - Lindsay
- William H. Tooker - Joe Mercer
- Cathrine Countiss - Katinka Jenkins
- Charles E. Graham - Katinka's father
- Marjorie Nelson - Olivia Jenkins
Screenplay
- C. Haddon Chambers (Theatre Play)
Keywords
lost film
Frequently Asked Questions
- 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?
- A Modern Magdalen stars Lionel Barrymore, William H. Tooker, Cathrine Countiss, Charles E. Graham, Marjorie Nelson.
- How long is A Modern Magdalen?
- A Modern Magdalen has a runtime of 50m (50 minutes).
- What genre is A Modern Magdalen?
- A Modern Magdalen is a Drama film.
- Where was A Modern Magdalen produced?
- A Modern Magdalen was produced in United States of America.