The Slave In Ancient Rome (1909 Original Black & White Film)

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Step back in time to ancient Rome with this poignant black and white film from 1909. Witness the timeless tale of love, sacrifice, and redemption as beautiful Nerada faces the ultimate dilemma to save her family. Willing to sacrifice her own freedom, she sells herself into slavery to feed her starving child, unaware of the tragic consequences that await. Follow the twists and turns as fate reunites Nerada with her husband, Alachus, amidst heartbreak and despair. Join us on this emotional journey through the streets of ancient Rome as love triumphs over adversity.

Source :
Bitzer, G. W., Lawrence, F., Kirkwood, J., Solter, H. L., Walthall, H. B., Powell, F. E. [...] Paper Print Collection. (1909) The Slave. Griffith, D. W., dir United States: Biograph Co. [Video] Retrieved from the Library of Congress, https://www.loc.gov/item/2015600217

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