Hearts of the World
A group of youngsters grow up and love in a peaceful French village. But war intrudes and peace is shattered. The German army invades and occupies village, bringing both destruction and torture. The young people of the village resist, some successfully, others tragically, until French troops retake the town.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1918 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, War |
| Director | D.W. Griffith |
| Runtime | 117 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.0/10 (22 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
Griffith constructs a stark contrast between pastoral peace and the brutalities of war, relying on expressive close-ups to convey inner turmoil. The film explores themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and the loss of innocence with a potent, melodramatic force.
What lingers after the final reel is not just the triumph of liberation, but the profound cost paid by ordinary hearts in extraordinary times. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: D.W. Griffith
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Best viewed in a focused setting to appreciate the silent-era visual storytelling and dramatic weight.
🎭 Cast
Lillian Gish
The Girl - Marie Stephenson
Robert Harron
The Boy - Douglas Gordon Hamilton
Dorothy Gish
The Little Disturber
Adolph Lestina
The Grandfather
Josephine Crowell
The Mother
Jack Cosgrave
The Father of the Boy
Kate Bruce
The Mother of the Boy
Ben Alexander
The Boy's Littlest Brother
Marion Emmons
The Boy's Other Brother
Francis Marion
The Boy's Other Brother
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