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The Hidden Spring
Quartus Hembly, a man without a conscience, is the ruler of the town of Copper City, having made himself rich at the expense of his workers. When Donald Keith, a young lawyer, arrives in town, a hidden spring within him is touched after Hembly viciously kicks his dog. Keith refuses to leave town and warns Hembly that he will fight to see that the people get their rights.
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Plot Summary
A melodrama concerning two sisters, one wealthy and one impoverished, and their entanglement with a handsome young man.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1917, specific critical reception data is scarce and largely unavailable through standard databases. Films of this era were often judged on their melodrama and emotional impact.
What Reviewers Say
Films of this period often relied on strong emotional narratives.
The exploration of class differences was a common theme in early cinema.
The romantic triangle was a staple of melodramatic storytelling.
Google audience: Audience reception for films of this era is not systematically documented in a way that can be summarized for Google reviews.
Fun Fact
Silent films from this period are often difficult to track due to limited distribution and preservation efforts. Many have been lost entirely.
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