Charlotte Mineau, Gustav von Seyffertitz, Mary Pickford
Hidden deep in the Southern swamps, the Grimes family operates a baby farm where unwanted children are cruelly overworked and underfed. Mollie leads the kids on a harrowing escape.
DVD Release Date: October 5, 1999
Stats: 11 reviews
This is one of Mary Pickford's best silent films, and also one of her best performances. Spooky, and touching as well, and it's unusual and fascinating piece of cinematic history. Beautifully done.
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