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A Flickering Light
Jim, a cowboy, comes to town with the boys of the Lazy B, and stops at the Last Chance Saloon. One of the girls of the dancehall is Madge. Hardy, owner of a distant ranch, comes to her and offers her a position as housekeeper, which proposition she spurns. Jim has a flirtation with Madge, and she interests him. Late that night, Jim, well under the influence of liquor, chances to meet her again. On the impulse of the moment he asks her to marry him.
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Plot Summary
As a silent film from 1916, 'A Flickering Light' likely told a dramatic story within the conventions of its era. Without specific plot details available, it can be inferred that the film explored themes common in early cinema, such as love, loss, social issues, or moral dilemmas, conveyed through intertitles and the expressive performances of its cast.
Critical Reception
Information regarding the critical reception of 'A Flickering Light' from 1916 is not readily available. Early silent films often received contemporary reviews in newspapers and trade publications, but these are not comprehensively archived or easily accessible for films of this specific nature and age. Therefore, a general summary of its reception cannot be provided.
What Reviewers Say
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Information on critical or audience reception is not preserved or widely accessible.
The film is considered a lost film, making any form of consensus impossible.
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Fun Fact
A Flickering Light is considered a 'lost film', meaning no known copies exist today, making it impossible to view or study directly.
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