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It Can Be Done
Jerry Willard, a clerk in a publishing house who is possessed of a massive inferiority complex, is fired from his job and, on the way out of the office, is mistaken for the boss, Watson, by Anne Rogers, the daughter of an author.
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Plot Summary
A young woman from a poor background falls for a wealthy man, but their romance is threatened by societal differences and her struggle to achieve independence. She endeavors to prove her worth and overcome the obstacles in her path to true love and self-fulfillment.
Critical Reception
This early talkie offered a standard melodrama with decent performances for its time, though it was largely seen as a conventional entry in the genre and did not receive significant critical acclaim.
What Reviewers Say
A sentimental drama with a predictable plot.
Features competent acting within a familiar romantic storyline.
Reflects common themes of class struggle and ambition in early cinema.
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Fun Fact
As an early sound film, 'It Can Be Done' was part of Warner Bros.' efforts to transition from silent films to the new talkie technology, showcasing their burgeoning sound capabilities.
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