The Ten Commandments by Cecil B. DeMille( December 4, 1923 )

The introduction highlights how modern society dismissed Judeo-Christian morality until the catastrophic events of World War I served as a stark reminder of its importance. It appeals to the audience to return to the Ten Commandments, emphasizing their role as foundational principles essential for human coexistence. These are described not merely as laws but as "the LAW," underscoring their universal and enduring significance. The narrative then transitions into a recounting of the Book of Exodus, beginning shortly after the ninth plague, setting the stage for the profound moral and spiritual lessons that follow.