
Intolerance: Love's Struggle Throughout the Ages
dir. D.W. Griffith
83
7 sourcesSynopsis
The story of a poor young woman, separated by prejudice from her husband and baby, is interwoven with tales of intolerance from throughout history.
Critics consensus
A pioneering classic and one of the most influential films ever made, D.W. Griffith's Intolerance stands as the crowning jewel in an incredible filmography.
What resonated with audiences
'Intolerance' stands as a landmark achievement in cinema history, celebrated for its stunning visual spectacle, monumental production design, and enduring influence on filmmaking. The film's ambitious scope and timeless social commentary about prejudice remain powerfully relevant. However, opinions divide on its complex four-story narrative structure, with some finding it groundbreaking while others consider it confusing and chaotic. The lengthy runtime and intricate storytelling challenge viewer engagement, though technical achievements for 1916 consistently astound modern audiences.

Directed byD.W. Griffith
StarringLillian Gish, Mae Marsh, Robert Harron, F.A. Turner, Sam De Grasse, Vera Lewis
Written byAnita Loos, Frank E. Woods, Tod Browning
CinematographyBilly Bitzer
EditingD.W. Griffith
Intolerance: Love's Struggle Throughout the Ages
1916 · NR · 3h 17m
Drama, History
The story of a poor young woman, separated by prejudice from her husband and baby, is interwoven with tales of intolerance from throughout history.
Our Verdict
83
What resonated with audiences
'Intolerance' stands as a landmark achievement in cinema history, celebrated for its stunning visual spectacle, monumental production design, and enduring influence on filmmaking. The film's ambitious scope and timeless social commentary about prejudice remain powerfully relevant. However, opinions divide on its complex four-story narrative structure, with some finding it groundbreaking while others consider it confusing and chaotic. The lengthy runtime and intricate storytelling challenge viewer engagement, though technical achievements for 1916 consistently astound modern audiences.
Critics Consensus
A pioneering classic and one of the most influential films ever made, D.W. Griffith's Intolerance stands as the crowning jewel in an incredible filmography.
