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The Marble Heart
Outside the door of the home of a sculptor and his mother, fell a poor, friendless young girl. They took the girl in and cared for her, and as time went on the mother began to regard her as her daughter. The son regarded the affectionate advances of the girl with only brotherly love. But there came a time when the misgivings of the son changed, for he began to pay scant attentions to a young beauty he met at a reception and who was characterized as a woman with a heart "cold as marble." This piqued the beauty, who was accustomed to abject adulation. She determined to bring him to her feet and in this she succeeded. She offered to pose for him, and, spurred on by such a splendid model and her praises, he produced a figure which was acclaimed by all the critics as a masterpiece.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, heartbroken by a broken engagement, finds solace in the affection of a kind artist. Their burgeoning romance is threatened when her former fiancé reappears, leading to a dramatic confrontation.
Critical Reception
As a short film from the early silent era, 'The Marble Heart' is primarily of historical interest, showcasing the emerging talents of its cast and director. Contemporary reviews would have focused on its dramatic impact and sentimental themes.
What Reviewers Say
Early example of dramatic storytelling in cinema.
Features notable performances from emerging stars of the era.
A brief but emotionally charged narrative.
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Fun Fact
This film is notable for its cast, featuring silent film legends Mary Pickford and Henry B. Walthall, both of whom would go on to have significant careers.
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