Civilization's Child (1916): cast, story & where to watch
1916 · Film
Released in 1916, Civilization's Child is a drama film directed by Charles Giblyn, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. After an idyllic mountain life in Russia, Berna goes to live with her uncle in the Jewish section of Kiev, arriving just as Cossacks massacre most of the Jews in the city. Berna escapes to New York and works at a sweatshop controlled by Boss Jim McManus, but he seduces her, then throws her out on the street, and she becomes a prostitute. Berna later marries Nicolay Turgenev, a young musician,
Who’s in it. Civilization's Child stars William H. Thompson as Boss Jim McManus, Anna Lehr as Berna, Jack Standing as Nicolay Turgenev and Dorothy Dalton as Ellen McManus, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Civilization's Child page.
If you liked it. Fans of Civilization's Child tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Civilization's Child (1916)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Civilization's Child change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Civilization's Child?
- Civilization's Child stars William H. Thompson, Anna Lehr, Jack Standing, Dorothy Dalton and Clyde Benson.
- When was Civilization's Child released?
- Civilization's Child was released in 1916, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.