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The Eternal Mother (1912)

Movie ★ 4.8 17 min

John and Mary divorce their spouses to marry each other. Mary dies after giving birth and the baby is taken in by John's first wife, Martha. She refuses all contact with John until many years later when he becomes ill and she finally forgives him for deserting her.

D.W. Griffith Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 10, 1912
Runtime
17 min
IMDb
tt0002162

Cast

Edwin August Edwin August John, the Husband Blanche Sweet Blanche Sweet Martha, the Wife Mabel Normand Mabel Normand Mary, the Woman Charles Hill Mailes Charles Hill Mailes Mary's Father

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Eternal Mother about?
John and Mary divorce their spouses to marry each other. Mary dies after giving birth and the baby is taken in by John's first wife, Martha. She refuses all contact with John until many years later when he becomes ill and she finally forgives him for deserting her.
Who directed The Eternal Mother?
The Eternal Mother was directed by D.W. Griffith.
Who stars in The Eternal Mother?
The Eternal Mother stars Edwin August, Blanche Sweet, Mabel Normand, Charles Hill Mailes.
When was The Eternal Mother released?
The Eternal Mother is a 1912 film.
Where can I watch The Eternal Mother?
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