Lois Weber was one of the most important female directors of the silent era, known for addressing social issues in her work. We will show two of her progressive films"
"Where Are My Children”
DA Richard Walton desires a family, but his wife chooses abortion to maintain her social life. While prosecuting a doctor for illegal abortions, he discovers his wife's name in the ledger, leading to a confrontation.
"Shoes"
A young working girl, struggling to support her family on her meager salary, desperately wishes for a new pair of shoes. In constant pain and with no solution in sight, the disheartened girl resorts to desperate measures.
Silent Film With Live Accompaniment by Marta Waterman