Cross Roads

This short film depicts a young boy, Frankie, who faces a moral dilemma when he finds a wallet. He struggles with the temptation to keep the money versus returning it to its rightful owner. The story explores themes of honesty and the consequences of choices.

As a very early sound short, "Cross Roads" is primarily of historical interest. Contemporary reviews are scarce, but its existence highlights the nascent stages of the talkies and the types of simple moralistic tales being produced. Its impact was likely limited to its immediate theatrical run.

• A brief exploration of childhood morality.

• An early example of sound film storytelling.

• Features a young Frankie Darro in a formative role.

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This short film was produced by Warner Bros. and Vitaphone, known for their early sound technology experiments.