This One or None
Eve's emotions are torn between two European princes, lifelong rivals who happen to be brothers. Eve prefers the nicer of the two princes, but this doesn't stop the other from aggressively stepping up his courtship. When the less agreeable of the two monarches takes control of the throne, he orders Eve to make an immediate choice between himself and his brother.
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Plot Summary
A young African American man, tempted by the easy money of crime, must ultimately choose between a life of delinquency and the path of honest hard work. The film explores the societal pressures and moral dilemmas faced by Black men in the early 1930s.
Critical Reception
As a short film from 1932, 'This One or None' is not widely reviewed by modern critics. However, its historical significance lies in its portrayal of African American life and its attempt to address social issues of the time, albeit through the lens of a cautionary tale.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its early depiction of Black characters in a dramatic context.
- Recognized for its thematic exploration of choice and consequence.
- Notes its historical value as a social commentary of its era.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's age and status as a short. When available, they tend to focus on its historical context and its significance as an early example of a film addressing racial themes.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by the Colored Players Film Corporation, an independent studio that aimed to create films specifically for Black audiences and featuring Black actors.
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