Naive newspaper cub Clem lands a scoop when he's sent out to cover a murder. In his enthusiasm he writes that the main suspect is Jane.
So, is this one worth your time today? If you like old-school zip and watching people run around in suits that look three sizes too big, then yeah, absolutely. It’s perfect for anyone who misses when movies were just 70 minutes of people making very dramatic faces. You’ll probably hate it if you can’t stand silent fil...
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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Frank Capra
Alexander Butler
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"So, is this one worth your time today? If you like old-school zip and watching people run around in suits that look three sizes too big, then yeah, absolutely. It’s perfect for anyone who misses when movies were just 70 minutes of people making very dramatic faces. You’ll probably hate it if you can’t stand silent films or if you need a plot that isn't solved by a single conversation. Douglas Fairbanks Jr. is the main guy here, Clem, and he is just... he's a lot. He’s like a puppy that’s had t..."
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