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Molly Bawn
Molly Bawn. British silent drama movie. Directed by Cecil M Hepworth. Starring Alma Taylor, Stewart Rome an Violet Hopson. adaptation of the1878 Irish novel of the same name by Margaret Wolfe Hungerford. Molly Bawn the novel by M. W. Hungerford contains her most famous idiom: "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder." It is also referenced in chapter 8 of James Joyce's Ulysses.
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Plot Summary
This silent film tells the story of Molly Bawn, a young woman who falls in love with an artist. Their romance is tested by societal expectations and personal challenges, leading to dramatic turns in their relationship.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1916, specific critical reception data is scarce. However, Alice Guy-Blaché was a pioneering filmmaker, and her works are generally noted for their innovative storytelling and visual techniques within the context of early cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Pioneering direction by Alice Guy-Blaché.
A notable example of early romantic storytelling in cinema.
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Fun Fact
Alice Guy-Blaché, the director of 'Molly Bawn', is widely considered the first narrative filmmaker in history and the first woman to direct a film.
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