Movie spotlight
Mania
A beautiful cigarette factory worker becomes the face of the company's new marketing campaign. Soon she attracts the attention of two men - a talented young composer and an old rich patron of arts.
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Plot Summary
The film tells the story of a young woman who, after a difficult childhood, struggles with her identity and societal expectations. She navigates complex relationships and personal challenges as she seeks love and stability in a rapidly changing world.
Critical Reception
Information regarding the critical reception of 'Mania' from 1918 is extremely limited due to the era's less comprehensive record-keeping of film reviews. Surviving mentions suggest it was considered a standard melodrama of its time, likely appealing to audiences interested in dramatic storytelling.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its dramatic narrative.
A typical melodrama of its period.
Limited surviving information makes detailed consensus difficult to ascertain.
Google audience: Due to the film's age and limited availability, there is no discernible information on Google user reviews or summaries.
Fun Fact
Many silent films from this era are lost to history, and 'Mania (1918)' is among those for which extensive documentation or surviving prints are scarce.
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