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Tea For Three
Businessman Carter Langford is violently jealous of his wife's attentions to other men, particularly young bachelor Philip Collamore.
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Plot Summary
A beautiful young woman finds herself caught between two suitors: a dashing poet and a wealthy, older gentleman. As she navigates their attentions, misunderstandings and comedic situations arise. Ultimately, she must decide which man will win her heart.
Critical Reception
While specific contemporary reviews are scarce, "Tea For Three" is generally considered a charming, if minor, silent film from the late 1920s. It capitalized on the popularity of its leading lady and its light romantic comedy themes. Modern appreciation tends to focus on its historical value and Gish's performance.
What Reviewers Say
A lighthearted and entertaining romantic comedy of its era.
Lillian Gish delivers a captivating performance, even in a less demanding role.
The film provides a glimpse into the social dynamics and comedic trends of the silent film period.
Google audience: Audience reception data from Google is not available for this early silent film.
Fun Fact
The film was based on a play of the same name by Rida Johnson Young, which also starred Lillian Gish's sister, Dorothy Gish, on Broadway.
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