A Phantom Husband
A Phantom Husband

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A Phantom Husband

1917
Movie
0
English

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Director: Barry O'NeilGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A wealthy young woman is pressured by her family to marry, but she has no interest in any of her suitors. In an effort to avoid the marriage, she enlists the help of a young man to pose as her husband. The situation becomes complicated when her family begins to suspect the truth.

Critical Reception

As a silent film from 1917, specific critical reception is difficult to ascertain through modern metrics. However, contemporary reviews, as found in trade publications of the era, indicate it was considered a lighthearted and entertaining comedy, typical of the period's popular romantic fare.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its amusing premise and comedic situations.

  • Generally seen as a pleasant diversion with a charming cast.

  • Appreciated for its light romantic storyline.

Google audience: Due to the film's age and the lack of widespread digital archives for audience reviews from its initial release, a specific summary of Google user opinions is unavailable. However, films of this genre and era were typically well-received for their escapist and romantic themes.

Fun Fact

This film is considered a lost film, meaning no known copies exist today.

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