Intolerance

Intolerance is a very old and black & white film which was released in 1916. It was also a very long film of almost 3 hours and thirty minutes. It is considered as the longest film ever made in the world till now. The film is about the story of a poor young woman, separated by prejudice from her husband and baby, is interwoven with tales of intolerance from throughout history.

Estimated at close to $2 million dollars to make in 1916, Intolerance was one of the most expensive silent films to date. Even though it had a poor showing at the box office, directors have been influenced by it ever since, especially in the way that the scenes are cut - going back and forth through time.

Detailed information:

Directed by: D. W. Griffith

Starring: Lillian Gish, Robert Harron, Mae Marsh

Release date: Sep 5, 1916

Budget: 2 Million

Box office: 1 Million