A Russian family, the Turkeltaubs, emigrates to the US before the Communist revolution that overthrew the Czar. One of their twin sons, Schulke, disappears and is believed dead before they leave.
Wheel of Chance is one of those silent films that’s probably more interesting for its historical context and the sheer audacity of its melodrama than for being a truly great movie. If you’re a silent film enthusiast, especially one who appreciates a good dose of family drama, mistaken identities, and courtroom theatric...
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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Alfred Santell
Alexander Butler
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"Wheel of Chance is one of those silent films that’s probably more interesting for its historical context and the sheer audacity of its melodrama than for being a truly great movie. If you’re a silent film enthusiast, especially one who appreciates a good dose of family drama, mistaken identities, and courtroom theatrics, then yes, it's absolutely worth your time. You’ll probably hate it if you need constant action, perfectly logical plots, or dialogue that doesn't rely on title cards to convey s..."
Fannie Hurst, Garrett Graham, Gerald C. Duffy
United States
