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The Great Accident
Winthrop Chase is running for mayor on the prohibition ticket in a town where his irresponsible son Wint is infamous for his drunken sprees. Wint is in love with Joan Caretall, whose father Amos is a big political boss. Amos fears Winthrop's power and decides to stalemate him by substituting Wint's name on the ballot for that of his father. The morning after the election, Wint awakens from a drunken stupor and finds himself the mayor.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, engaged to a wealthy but distant suitor, finds herself drawn to a kind and considerate mechanic. Her family, concerned with social standing, disapproves of the mechanic. A dramatic accident tests loyalties and forces the young woman to confront her true feelings, ultimately leading her to choose between societal expectations and genuine love.
Critical Reception
Information regarding the critical reception of 'The Great Accident' is scarce due to its age and the lack of widespread distribution and archiving typical for films of this era. Surviving accounts suggest it was a melodramatic romance typical of its time, likely met with mild approval by audiences who enjoyed such stories, but it did not achieve significant critical acclaim or lasting recognition.
What Reviewers Say
A melodramatic tale of love and societal pressure.
Features a conventional plot typical of early 20th-century romances.
Lacks enduring critical discussion due to its obscurity.
Google audience: As 'The Great Accident' is a silent film from 1920, there is no available data for Google user reviews.
Fun Fact
Surviving information about 'The Great Accident' is limited, making it a lesser-known example of early American cinema, often overshadowed by more prominent releases of the silent film era.
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