Movie

Dust (1916)

• July 10, 1916
• 50m

• Drama

“A thrilling five-reel Mutual Masterpiece, exposing the sociological germs that pollute the dust of humanity.”

Overview

Marion Moore, a young woman from a wealthy family, and her encounter with the harsh realities of industrial labor. Her sweetheart, Frank Kenyon, exposes the appalling working conditions in her father's factory, particularly the plight of a young worker, Mina, whose hand is mangled in a machine. Marion initially resists confronting her father, but a visit to Mina's home, forced by Frank, changes her perspective.

Director

Edward Sloman

Starring

Franklin Ritchie, Winifred Greenwood, Harry von Meter