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Alice the Peacemaker
Alice tries to make two rival newsboys friends by telling them a story of a cat and a mouse whose constant battlings lead to being hunted by the police, when they learned to cooperate.
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Plot Summary
Alice, a young Chinese woman, finds herself caught between duty and love. She is deeply devoted to her family and their traditions, but also harbors feelings for a British officer. The film explores the complexities of cultural differences and forbidden romance in a tumultuous colonial setting.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1924, specific critical reviews are scarce and difficult to access. However, Elinor Glyn was a prominent screenwriter and director known for her romantic dramas, and Anna May Wong was a rising star, suggesting a certain level of expected audience interest.
What Reviewers Say
Focuses on themes of love across cultural divides.
Features early performances from notable actors like Anna May Wong.
Likely appealed to audiences interested in romantic dramas of the era.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not available due to its age.
Fun Fact
This film is notable for featuring Anna May Wong in a significant role during a time when opportunities for Asian actors in Hollywood were extremely limited.
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