Common Property

The film tells the story of Russian Paval Pavlovitch and his American wife, Anna, as they confront a harsh decree that nationalizes women between seventeen and thirty-five as common property of the state. As the family's passports are denied, they face dire circumstances when an old servant claims Anna, and a village priest's son claims their daughter.

Tensions rise as the Pavlovitch family grapples with the implications of this decree. Just when their situation seems hopeless, a troop of American cavalry arrives, leading to a dramatic confrontation with a Russian mob in the streets of Saratov. This clash sets the stage for a riveting climax as the family's fate hangs in the balance.

Common Property presents a unique narrative exploring themes of ownership and autonomy in the early twentieth century, making it a significant piece for those interested in silent film history and social commentary of the era.