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Born Rich
When a wealthy young lady leaves the US to visit her aunt in France, her husband falls in love with a "flapper". When the wife returns home, she finds out about her husband's affair. In order to make him jealous, she leads him to believe she has fallen for a jazz musician. However, instead of making him jealous it drives him into depression and he takes refuge in booze and even more affairs.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy heiress, accustomed to a life of luxury, decides to prove her mettle by embarking on a journey to find true love and independence. She pretends to be poor to see if men are attracted to her for her personality or her fortune. Along the way, she encounters various suitors and learns valuable lessons about herself and the world.
Critical Reception
Born Rich was a well-received comedy in its time, praised for its lighthearted tone and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Marion Davies. It was seen as an entertaining diversion that played on themes of wealth and social class with wit.
What Reviewers Say
Delightful comedy that pokes fun at the wealthy.
Marion Davies shines in a role that showcases her comedic timing.
A charming and entertaining silent film.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'Born Rich' (1924) is not well-documented through modern digital platforms like Google Reviews. However, contemporary reviews suggest it was appreciated for its humor and star performances.
Fun Fact
The film was one of Marion Davies's early successes, helping to establish her as a leading lady in Hollywood during the silent film era.
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