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Broken Barriers
When a mayoral candidate finds out that he will be exposed in a newspaper article, he goes to the political boss who put him up for the job and says he wants to quit. Enraged, the boss pulls a gun on him, and the man promptly dies of a heart attack. The boss stages a fake car "accident" to make that look like his cause of death, but a suspicious newspaper reporter decides to look more deeply into the story.
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Plot Summary
A young man from a wealthy family falls in love with a girl from a working-class background, defying societal expectations and the disapproval of his family. Their relationship is tested by class differences and the prejudices of the era. The film explores themes of social mobility and the struggle for acceptance.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1928, contemporary critical reception is difficult to ascertain definitively. However, the film is recognized for its exploration of social issues and its melodramatic storytelling, typical of the era. Its availability and critical analysis are limited due to its age.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its portrayal of social class struggles.
A representative melodrama of the late silent film era.
Limited accessible reviews due to its age and format.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this 1928 silent film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
This film is notable for being one of the later major dramatic productions released during the transition from silent films to talkies, though it itself is a silent film.
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