Sir John Hayward, a noted surgeon, decides that his son Wyn, a medical student, needs a vacation as a temporary diversion from his studies. At Como, Wyn meets and falls in love with Rayetta Muir, an unprincipled actress who trifles with him.
Alright, so, 'The Careless Age.' Is it worth digging up today? Well, if you’re into classic melodrama, particularly from the silent or very early sound era, and you appreciate the kind of dramatic swings only that period could deliver, then yeah, give it a shot. Folks looking for something subtle or incredibly nuanced ...
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"Alright, so, 'The Careless Age.' Is it worth digging up today? Well, if you’re into classic melodrama, particularly from the silent or very early sound era, and you appreciate the kind of dramatic swings only that period could deliver, then yeah, give it a shot. Folks looking for something subtle or incredibly nuanced will probably find it a bit much, maybe even a little silly. It opens with Sir John, a surgeon, deciding his son Wyn needs a break from medical studies. A little trip to Como. Sou..."
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