Man's Genesis
An old man tells his grandchildren about prehistoric man: Caveman Weakhands is unable to court a woman because of his physical weakness. Humiliated by Bruteforce, he bumps into Lillywhite, who has also been cowering in her cave in mourning. The two new lovers form a connection, but Bruteforce separates the couple and sends Weakhands scrambling. In his cave, Weakhands thinks up the design of a stone club. With this equalizer, he soon vanquishes Bruteforce and wins Lillywhite back again-- An early step in human progress.
Watch online
Click to play
📋 Film Details
| Year | 1912 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Adventure, Drama, History, Comedy |
| Director | D.W. Griffith |
| Runtime | 17 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.6/10 (8 votes) |
📺 Where to Watch
Unfortunately, we couldn't find any official platforms or free sites for this title yet.
Try finding similar movies with our AI-powered search
🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs a fable about the dawn of civilization through a primal conflict, relying on the contrast between brute strength and intellect. It explores the moment when cunning and invention first triumphed over raw power, using comedic and melodramatic touches.
What lingers after viewing is a surprisingly clear narrative about the first technological breakthrough, where a weapon symbolizes not just victory, but the evolution of thought itself. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: D.W. Griffith
Best Watched
Watch with curious company as a fascinating cinematic artifact.
🎭 Cast
💬 Audience Reviews
Audience Score
Write a Review
Quick rating — tap to vote:
Or write a full review: