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Rosie Nell, a woman of disreputable dance halls in early lawless California, is wrongly charged with the murder of one of her fellow entertainers. Because her daughter, who knows nothing of her mother's station in life, is to return the next day from her school in the east, Rosie is granted three days of grace to be spent in company with her daughter at a nearby cabin. The three days begin happily enough, thanks to the serenades of heroic bandit Alvarez and the poetry of romantic Randolph. But Bagley, the dance hall manager, has seen the daughter and has determined to make her his own.
Set during the American Civil War, this film tells the story of a young woman caught between two rival families. Her loyalty is tested as the conflict escalates, leading to a dramatic and tragic climax. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the devastating impact of feud and war on innocent lives.
Scarlet Days was generally well-received by critics upon its release, praised for its dramatic intensity and Griffith's signature direction. While not as widely discussed today as some of Griffith's other works, it is recognized as a significant example of his early narrative filmmaking and his ability to evoke strong emotional responses from audiences.
Praised for its emotional impact and Griffith's directorial skill.
Considered a solid example of early 20th-century cinematic drama.
The film effectively portrays the hardships and emotional toll of conflict.
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This film was D.W. Griffith's first feature-length production made independently after his departure from American Biograph, marking a significant step in his career towards greater creative control and ambition.
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Richard Barthelmess is the sort of "Zorro" character in this rather weak romantic drama from D.W. Griffith. The story is quite complex but basically involves him ("Don Maria") and his newly found pal "Sir Whitehead" (a very dashing young Ra...