An American polo player, arrogant and full of himself, must vindicate his actions to win the heart of a girl, Polly, after getting himself booted off the U.S.
The Smart Set is one of those old silent films that probably only really clicks with people already deep into 1920s cinema, maybe specifically fans of William Haines. If you're looking for a breezy entry point into the era, this isn't it. It's too... particular. And slow, in places. But if you've got a soft spot for th...
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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Jack Conway
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"The Smart Set is one of those old silent films that probably only really clicks with people already deep into 1920s cinema, maybe specifically fans of William Haines. If you're looking for a breezy entry point into the era, this isn't it. It's too... particular. And slow, in places. But if you've got a soft spot for the specific brand of arrogant male lead that silent Hollywood loved to churn out, and a high tolerance for melodrama, you might find some weird charm here. Everyone else? Probably g..."
Robert E. Hopkins, Ann Price, Byron Morgan
United States
