'His People' is a 1925 American silent drama directed by Edward Sloman. Set in New York’s Lower East Side, the film follows the Cominsky family, Russian-Jewish immigrants struggling to preserve their traditions while adapting to American life. The father, David Cominsky, a humble pushcart peddler, is torn between his two sons: Morris, a studious youth who hides his heritage to fit in, and Sammy, a spirited boy who becomes a prizefighter and falls in love with an Irish girl. As generational tensions rise, the film explores themes of cultural identity, assimilation, and the enduring bonds of family.
Praised for its evocative portrayal of immigrant life and heartfelt performances, 'His People' remains a landmark in Jewish-American silent cinema and a poignant reflection of the American melting pot.
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Directed by Edward Sloman Produced by Carl Laemmle Starring Rudolph Schildkraut, Rosa Rosanova, George J. Lewis, Robert Gordon Screenplay by Isadore Bernstein, Alfred A. Cohn, Charles E. Whittaker Cinematography by Max Dupont
This film blends realism and sentimentality, offering a vivid portrait of Jewish immigrant life in 1920s America.
