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The Hand Invisible
Steel magnate Rodney Graham divorces his wife, Alice, after she suffers an injury that renders her unable to give him an heir. He pursues debutante Katherine Dale, whose fiancé, Dick Allen, died on the eve of their wedding. With the help of Katherine's ambitious mother, Rodney persuades her to marry him. Katherine dies after giving birth to Rodney, Jr., and the elder Graham's stepbrother, Arthur Haynes, angrily predicts the magnate's sad demise. Rodney devotes himself to raising his son, who later falls in love with Arthur's' daughter, Ruth. Although he objects to the match, Rodney is persuaded by Alice to allow it. Upon discovering that his son was actually Dick Allen's child, Rodney plans to disinherit the boy, but is paralyzed by a stroke before he can change his will. He attends the wedding in a wheelchair and dies soon after.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy young man is targeted by a mysterious criminal organization known as the Hand Invisible. They use elaborate schemes and threats to try and extort money from him, leading him into a dangerous game of cat and mouse. He must uncover their secrets and bring them to justice before they destroy him.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1919, specific critical reception is difficult to ascertain with modern metrics. However, films of this genre and era were typically reviewed based on their suspense, acting, and overall entertainment value. It is likely that 'The Hand Invisible' was considered a gripping melodrama for its time.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful plot and intricate mystery.
Noted for its effective portrayal of early 20th-century crime thrillers.
The performances were generally seen as contributing to the film's dramatic tension.
Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for this film is not available due to its age.
Fun Fact
This film is considered a lost film, meaning no known copies exist today, making any detailed historical analysis of its reception challenging.
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