Enlighten Thy Daughter (1917)
Overview
Lillian Stevens was raised without care, attention, or education on the ways of the world. When she becomes pregnant by the reckless Harold Winthrop, her mother takes her to an abortionist. Harold then falls for Ruth Stevens, raised by an attentive and loving mother, who is not so easily taken advantage of.
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| Budget | $0.00 |
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| Revenue | $0.00 |
| Original Language | en |
| Popularity | 0.781 |
Directed By
Ivan Abramson
TOP CAST
Zena Keefe
Lillian Stevens
Frank Sheridan
Daniel Stevens
Katharine Kaelred
Mrs. Stevens
James Morrison
Harold Winthrop
Marie Shotwell
Minna Stevens
Rubye De Remer
Ruth Stevens
Arthur Donaldson
Richard Stevens
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