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Oranges and Lemons
After getting into a scuffle with his boss and some co-workers, an orange packer tries to help another co-worker, only to wind up in a conflict with him as well. Trying to elude his boss, he heads inside the packing house, and visits with the women who are packing fruit into cases. Then he heads to a storage area, and tries to use the machinery to escape his pursuers.
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Plot Summary
In this melodrama, a young woman from a prominent family falls in love with a handsome stranger who turns out to be a criminal. She is drawn into his dangerous world, facing moral dilemmas and societal judgment. The film explores themes of forbidden love, social class, and the consequences of one's choices.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1923, specific critical reception data is scarce. However, films of this era often garnered attention for their dramatic narratives and star power, with audiences generally appreciating melodramatic stories.
What Reviewers Say
Silent film melodramas were popular during this era, offering dramatic escapism.
The film likely appealed to audiences who enjoyed stories of romance intertwined with danger and moral conflict.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this silent film is not available.
Fun Fact
The film is considered a lost film, meaning no copies are known to exist today.
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