The story of a show girl in a crooked carnival attraction who becomes the enthusiastic aide of an elderly evangelist..
Okay, so The Sawdust Paradise. If you're hoping for something to just throw on in the background while you fold laundry, probably skip this one. But if you've got a soft spot for silent-era melodramas, especially ones with a bit of a cynical edge about faith and spectacle, you might find something here. It’s definitely...
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Luther Reed
Edward LeSaint
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"Okay, so The Sawdust Paradise. If you're hoping for something to just throw on in the background while you fold laundry, probably skip this one. But if you've got a soft spot for silent-era melodramas, especially ones with a bit of a cynical edge about faith and spectacle, you might find something here. It’s definitely not for anyone expecting modern pacing or subtle performances. You'll either get it or you'll be checking your watch every five minutes, honest. The premise itself is a curious o..."
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