Modern Mothers
Originally released in 1928. Modern Mothers is a drama/romance film. directed by Phil Rosen. At just 60 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Helene Chadwick, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., and Ethel Grey Terry
Synopsis
Adele Dayton, a famous actress, visits her daughter, Mildred, whom she left with relatives as an infant. Her guardians, Mazie and John, permit the visit provided Adele conceals her relationship from Mildred. While Adele is there, she unintentionally attracts the admiration of Mildred's sweetheart, aspiring playwright David Starke, when she helps him sell one of his plays to a Broadway producer. David goes to New York city to open the play, neglecting Mildred. On opening night Mildred visits Adele and finds her in an embrace with David; she upbraids Adele for stealing David's affection from her and returns to her home in Massachusetts. Realizing she has hurt her own daughter, Adele sacrifices her love for David, snubbing him with a cold shoulder, he soon returns to Mildred and they marry.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Modern Mothers about?
Adele Dayton, a famous actress, visits her daughter, Mildred, whom she left with relatives as an infant. Her guardians, Mazie and John, permit the visit provided Adele conceals her relationship fro...
Who directed Modern Mothers?
Modern Mothers was directed by Phil Rosen.
How long is Modern Mothers?
Modern Mothers has a runtime of 1 hours and 0 minutes (60 minutes total).
When was Modern Mothers released?
Modern Mothers was released on May 13, 1928 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Modern Mothers?
The main cast of Modern Mothers includes Helene Chadwick, Douglas Fairbanks Jr., Ethel Grey Terry, Barbara Kent, Alan Roscoe.