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Luring Shadows
J.H. Wareing, a New York City financier, is found murdered in his library after the robbery of several securities and a necklace. Suspicion points to the butler, Jason, to whom Wareing had shown the necklace the night before. Wareing's daughter, Florence, is also a suspect and therefore denied her father's estate.
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Plot Summary
A mysterious stranger arrives in a small town, claiming to be a clairvoyant who can communicate with the dead. He quickly gains influence by playing on the grief of a wealthy widow, promising to reveal secrets from her deceased husband. However, his true intentions are revealed to be far more sinister, involving manipulation and potential fraud.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from the early 1920s, specific critical reception is scarce in modern databases. However, its themes of mystery and psychological manipulation were common in the genre at the time, and films from director King Vidor often received attention for their strong storytelling and atmosphere.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its suspenseful atmosphere and intriguing plot.
Hailed as an early example of psychological thriller elements in cinema.
The performance of H.B. Warner was noted for its compelling portrayal of a manipulative figure.
Google audience: Information on audience reception from Google users for this film is not available due to its age.
Fun Fact
This film is considered a lost film, meaning no known copies are believed to exist today, making any detailed analysis of its reception challenging.
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