The First Born
"All of the lure of the land of the poppy. Fascinating in its dramatical intensity and telling a story of love, devotion and revenge, from the slave market of the Hoang-Ho to San Francisco's Chinatown, the story weaves its picturesque way"
Originally released in 1921. The First Born is a drama/romance film. directed by Colin Campbell. At just 55 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Sessue Hayakawa, Helen Jerome Eddy, and Sonny Loy
Synopsis
Loey Tsing, the first love of Chan Wang, is sold into slavery by her father. Although Chan marries another, he still loves Loey; only the birth of a son relieves his unhappiness. He adores little Chan Toy even though he finds nothing to like about his wife.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 30, 1921
105 years ago
Runtime
0h 55m
55 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hayakawa Feature Play Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The First Born about?
Loey Tsing, the first love of Chan Wang, is sold into slavery by her father. Although Chan marries another, he still loves Loey; only the birth of a son relieves his unhappiness. He adores little C...
Who directed The First Born?
The First Born was directed by Colin Campbell.
How long is The First Born?
The First Born has a runtime of 0 hours and 55 minutes (55 minutes total).
When was The First Born released?
The First Born was released on January 30, 1921 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The First Born?
The main cast of The First Born includes Sessue Hayakawa, Helen Jerome Eddy, Sonny Loy, Goro Kino, Marie Pavis.