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Medical intern Robert Morley is distraught after his wife dies in childbirth. He's resentful of his new son and wants nothing to do with him. He leaves the child with his aunt and uncle and heads off to Europe to pursue his medical studies. Morley returns to his hometown six years later, now a successful doctor and engaged to be married to a beautiful socialite. He also feels differently about the boy and attempts to gain custody from his aunt and uncle.
A wealthy industrialist, Arthur Sterling, is driven to the brink of ruin by his spoiled and rebellious daughter, Millicent. Millicent's reckless lifestyle and defiance cause her father immense distress, leading him to question his life's work and legacy. The film explores the tragic consequences of parental neglect and the destructive nature of unchecked privilege.
Broken Dreams is a melodrama that offers a stark portrayal of familial discord and the consequences of unchecked wealth. While its themes of class and morality were common in films of the era, its heavy-handed approach and melodramatic tone often overshadow its potentially impactful message. It is generally considered a minor film of its time, noted more for its somber mood than its cinematic innovation.
Ponderous melodrama that struggles to engage.
A grim and often overwrought examination of family strife.
Weak performances detract from the otherwise serious subject matter.
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The film was produced by a smaller studio, Metropolitan Pictures Corporation, and had a limited release, contributing to its relative obscurity compared to major studio productions of the era.
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I'm not sure if the folks at Monogram had put enough money in the electric meter for this - it looks like it has been filmed during a blackout! Randolph Scott ("Morley") is an intern who's wife dies in childbirth. Stricken with grief, he ca...