The Black Stork
A young man and woman are considering marriage; eugenicist Harry J Haiselden warns that they are ill-matched and will produce defective offspring. He is right; their baby is born defective, dies quickly and floats into heaven.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1917 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, Horror |
| Director | Leopold Wharton |
| Runtime | 85 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.5/10 (2 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its narrative by relying on the controversial eugenic theories of its time, framing a personal tragedy within a pseudo-scientific dogma. Its dramatic tension stems from the cold, fatalistic certainty of its central argument.
What lingers after the final frame is a deeply unsettling glimpse into a period where prejudice could wear the mask of medical authority. The imagery, particularly the celestial conclusion, adds a layer of disturbing irony to the bleak premise. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Leopold Wharton
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Watch as a silent-era curio, in a contemplative mood, with historical context in mind.
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