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Racing Romance
The fathers of Isabel Channing and Howard Billings were good friends until they had a falling-out over a horse and swore to be enemies forever. Years later, Howard is seen returning from college and Isabel, who has lost her,is working hard to keep the old homestead (and stables) together. Thornhill is trying his best to cheat her out of everything. Howard takes a hand.
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Plot Summary
In this silent film, a young woman inherits a racing stable and struggles to manage it amidst romantic entanglements. She finds herself drawn to a jockey who is also involved in a rivalry with another stable owner. The film follows her journey to prove herself in the male-dominated world of horse racing while navigating her feelings and overcoming sabotage.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1926, specific critical reviews are scarce and difficult to access. However, films of this era often aimed for light entertainment and broad appeal, with "Racing Romance" likely being a typical example of a romantic comedy set against the backdrop of sports.
What Reviewers Say
Likely offered lighthearted entertainment typical of the era.
The romantic plot was probably a central focus, alongside the racing elements.
Silent film performances likely relied on exaggerated expressions and physical comedy.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not available due to its age and the nature of silent film distribution and archiving.
Fun Fact
Viola Dana, the lead actress, was a popular star in the silent film era, known for her roles in both dramas and comedies. She started her career at the age of 16 and had a prolific output in the 1920s.
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