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After Midnight
When Joe, a hold-up man, tries to rob Mary, a nightclub hostess, she winds winds up knocking him out. She takes pity on him, however, and nurses him back to health. He decides to go straight and marry her. Mary buys a $1000 Liberty Bond as an investment, while Joe saves up and buys a taxi to start his own business. Then Maisie, Mary's wild and money-crazy sister, shows up, which leads to tragedy.
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Plot Summary
A young woman navigates societal expectations and personal desires in a dramatic tale set in the upper echelons of society. She finds herself caught between duty and passion, facing difficult choices that will shape her future. The film explores themes of love, betrayal, and the consequences of societal pressures during a bygone era.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1927, specific contemporary critical reception is difficult to quantify with modern metrics. However, it was a vehicle for its star, Norma Talmadge, a major actress of the era, and was produced by a prominent studio, indicating it was intended as a significant release. Its classification as a drama with romantic elements suggests it aimed for broad audience appeal.
What Reviewers Say
Showcases the talents of its leading lady, Norma Talmadge.
A melodramatic story fitting for the silent film era.
Presents a romantic narrative with societal undertones.
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Fun Fact
This film is considered a lost film, meaning no complete copies are known to exist today.
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