What Shall We Do with Our Old?
Originally released in 1911. What Shall We Do with Our Old? is a drama film. directed by D.W. Griffith. At just 14 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring W. Chrystie Miller, Claire McDowell, and Adolph Lestina
Synopsis
An elderly carpenter is told by a doctor that his wife is seriously ill. Soon afterwards, an insensitive shop foreman lays him off from his job because of his age. Unable to find work, and with his wife's condition getting worse, he soon becomes desperate.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 13, 1911
115 years ago
Runtime
0h 14m
14 minutes total
User Rating
5.5/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
W. Chrystie Miller
as The Old Carpenter
Claire McDowell
as The Old Carpenter's Wife
Adolph Lestina
as The Doctor
George Nichols
as The Judge
Donald Crisp
as Night Court Bailiff
Wilfred Lucas
as Violent Jailbird
Alfred Paget
as In Shop
Charles West
as Supporting Character
Francis J. Grandon
as Policeman
Guy Hedlund
as Young Carpenter
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- American Mutoscope & Biograph
Frequently Asked Questions
What is What Shall We Do with Our Old? about?
An elderly carpenter is told by a doctor that his wife is seriously ill. Soon afterwards, an insensitive shop foreman lays him off from his job because of his age. Unable to find work, and with his...
Who directed What Shall We Do with Our Old??
What Shall We Do with Our Old? was directed by D.W. Griffith.
How long is What Shall We Do with Our Old??
What Shall We Do with Our Old? has a runtime of 0 hours and 14 minutes (14 minutes total).
When was What Shall We Do with Our Old? released?
What Shall We Do with Our Old? was released on February 13, 1911 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in What Shall We Do with Our Old??
The main cast of What Shall We Do with Our Old? includes W. Chrystie Miller, Claire McDowell, Adolph Lestina, George Nichols, Donald Crisp.