A department store's stock girl falls in love with a co-worker, the son of the store's manager; the feeling is mutual though he is engaged to a debutante and focusing on becoming successful without the influence of his father..


Is My Best Girl (1927) worth watching today? Short answer: yes, absolutely, but with the understanding that it’s a product of its time and genre. This silent era gem, starring the inimitable Mary Pickford, offers a delightful escape into early Hollywood romance, proving that genuine charm and heartfelt performances can...

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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

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"Is My Best Girl (1927) worth watching today? Short answer: yes, absolutely, but with the understanding that it’s a product of its time and genre. This silent era gem, starring the inimitable Mary Pickford, offers a delightful escape into early Hollywood romance, proving that genuine charm and heartfelt performances can transcend the passage of nearly a century. It's a film best suited for cinephiles, romantics, and anyone curious about the foundational artistry of cinema, yet it might not captiv..."
Kathleen Norris, Tim Whelan, Hope Loring, Allen McNeil
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