Intrigue
While traveling to meet her sweetheart, Richard Carr, in the capital of the Grand Duchy of Bonaluria, Peggy Dare's train compartment door is thrust open and a little boy is thrown at her feet. Peggy is so taken with the child, who tells her that his name is Manouche, that she looks after him. She foils an attempt to kill Manouche, before arriving in Bonaluria where she learns from Richard that the boy is really the Grand Duke.
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Plot Summary
A young woman becomes entangled in a web of deceit and danger when she is drawn into a criminal underworld. Her investigation into a series of mysterious events leads her to uncover a conspiracy that threatens not only her life but the lives of those around her. She must use her wit and courage to navigate the treacherous path and expose the truth.
Critical Reception
Information on the critical reception of 'Intrigue' (1917) is scarce due to its age and limited surviving prints. Contemporary reviews, where available, likely highlighted its suspenseful plot and the performances of its lead actors, which were common points of praise for dramas of the era. However, definitive critical assessments are not widely documented.
What Reviewers Say
- The film offered a compelling narrative typical of early mystery dramas.
- Performances were likely noted as a strong point for the production.
- Its suspenseful elements would have been appreciated by audiences of the time.
Google audience: As a silent film from 1917, there is no available data on Google user reviews or audience sentiment for 'Intrigue'.
Fun Fact
Although John S. Robertson directed numerous films, 'Intrigue' is not among his most widely recognized works, and details about its production and reception are very limited.
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