The First Auto (1927) | ecco

The First Auto

The First Auto

1h 15 min

1927

USA

6.3

A horse breeder resists the rise of automobiles, losing business and relationships. His son leaves for Detroit's auto industry, creating a rift. Their conflict peaks when the father's anti-car stance threatens his son's life.

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