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Sold at Auction
To remove forever anything that will remind him of his dream of happiness that was shattered by his wife's infidelity, Stanley sends his infant daughter Nan to be cared for by a woman named Hopkins. He sends money regularly for her support but never visits her. Nan is treated as a slave and never receives any of the money intended for her.
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Plot Summary
A wealthy rancher, having lost his fortune, is forced to sell his prized horses at auction. His daughter falls in love with a penniless artist, much to the disapproval of her mother, who favors a wealthy suitor. The situation becomes complicated when the rancher tries to regain his fortune and secure his daughter's future.
Critical Reception
Information regarding the critical reception of "Sold at Auction" is scarce due to its age and the nature of film archives from that era. However, as a melodrama of its time, it likely catered to popular tastes for dramatic narratives and emotional storytelling.
What Reviewers Say
A dramatic tale of financial hardship and romantic entanglements.
Features themes common to early 20th-century melodramas, including class disparity and familial conflict.
The film likely offered a sentimental and engaging narrative for its contemporary audience.
Google audience: Audience reviews and ratings from the era are not available.
Fun Fact
This film is considered a lost film, meaning no copies are known to exist today, making it a challenging subject for historical analysis.
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