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Her Great Chance
Lola Gray working in a New York department store as a clerk, loves Charles Cox, a millionaire's son who is described by his friends as "Broadway's million-dollar kid." One evening at a lavish party, Charlie, quite intoxicated, proposes to Lola, but because of his irresponsible habits, she refuses him. Heartbroken, Charlie decides to drown himself in the hotel fountain and urges his friends and the proprietor to join him. When Lola learns from her sister, Ida Bell Gray, that Cox, Sr., having read about Charlie's antics in the newspaper, plans to disown his son, she phones Charlie immediately to accept his proposal. Although startled by the news of his disinheritance, Charlie is comforted by Lola's assertion that she prefers a man of character to one of wealth, and the two begin their married life on a farm in the Midwest.
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Plot Summary
The film tells the story of a young woman who is determined to make her way in the world despite humble beginnings. She faces numerous challenges and temptations as she navigates her aspirations and relationships. Ultimately, her resilience and choices shape her destiny.
Critical Reception
Information on the critical reception of 'Her Great Chance' from 1918 is scarce due to the nature of film archiving and criticism from that era. Surviving reviews suggest it was a moderately successful melodrama of its time, appreciated for its engaging narrative and leading performance.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its melodramatic themes and romantic plot.
Ruth Roland's performance was often highlighted as a key draw.
Considered a typical, engaging drama of the silent film era.
Google audience: Due to the film's age and limited distribution, specific Google user reviews are not available. However, silent film enthusiasts generally value films of this period for their historical significance and storytelling techniques.
Fun Fact
Rupert Julian, the director of 'Her Great Chance', later went on to direct the 1925 version of 'The Phantom of the Opera'.
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