Child Bride (1938)
A THROBBING DRAMA OF SHACKLED YOUTH!
Storyline
Jennie is a twelve-year-old girl living with her parents in extremely rural mountain country. Her schoolteacher, Miss Carol, though a mountain girl herself, has gone off to be educated and returned in hopes of stopping the tradition of child marriage which permeates the culture. Jennie's father Ira is a good man who tries to protect Miss Carol from the men who threaten her if she doesn't call off her crusade. One of these men, Jake Bolby, has his eye on little Jennie and plots to make her his bride.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Child Bride |
|---|---|
| Release date | Mar 2, 1938 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | exploitation, marriage, flogging, underage, child marriage |
FAQ
What is Child Bride about?
Jennie is a twelve-year-old girl living with her parents in extremely rural mountain country. Her schoolteacher, Miss Carol, though a mountain girl herself, has gone off to be educated and returned in hopes of stopping the tradition of child marriage which permeates the culture. Jennie's father Ira is a good man who tries to protect Miss Carol from the men who threaten her if she doesn't call off her crusade. One of these men, Jake Bolby, has his eye on little Jennie and plots to make her his bride.
When was Child Bride released?
Child Bride was released on Mar 2, 1938 (status: Released).
Who directed Child Bride?
Harry Revier directed Child Bride.
What is the TMDB rating of Child Bride?
Child Bride has a TMDB rating of 4.6/10 from 37 votes.