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Her Game
After her family is financially ruined in a lawsuit by John Rutherford of Wall Street, Carol Raymond leaves Virginia to set matters straight. Three weeks later, after marrying Bruce Armitage, the now deceased Rutherford's nephew and heir, Carol tells her father the story in a letter: When she arrived, she succeeded in making Armitage fall in love with her. However, Armitage's twin brother, Alan Rutherford, and an adventuress lured her to a roadhouse. After she drank much champagne, Rutherford, appearing as Armitage, attempted to assault her until she threatened to jump from a balcony. When she saw both Rutherford and Armitage together, she learned that it was the disinherited twin brother who pursued the suit. She then married Armitage. As she finishes the letter, Rutherford, after binding Armitage in the cellar, enters her bedroom, but Armitage escapes just in time to save Carol from Rutherford's embrace.
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Plot Summary
The film follows a young woman who uses her wits and charm to navigate societal expectations and secure her future. She cleverly manipulates situations to her advantage, showcasing her intelligence and determination in a male-dominated world. Her journey involves misunderstandings and romantic entanglements, all leading to a satisfying resolution where she achieves her goals.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1919, specific critical reviews are scarce and difficult to access. However, Alice Guy-Blaché was a pioneering filmmaker, and her works were generally well-received for their narrative innovation and technical skill within the context of early cinema. This film likely contributed to her reputation for creating engaging and often progressive stories.
What Reviewers Say
A testament to early filmmaking and female agency.
Showcases clever storytelling typical of Guy-Blaché's work.
Provides a glimpse into the social dynamics of the early 20th century.
Google audience: As no modern audience reviews are available for this historical silent film, a summary of Google user reviews cannot be provided.
Fun Fact
Alice Guy-Blaché, the director of 'Her Game,' was one of the very first filmmakers to use the then-revolutionary technique of pre-recorded sound synchronized to film, although this specific film predates her most significant sound experiments.
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