Young Ideas
Young Ideas

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Young Ideas

1924
Movie
64 min
English

Universal star Laura LaPlante stars in this lighthearted comedy based on Sophie Kerr's magazine story, Relative Values. Octavia Lowden (LaPlante) has virtually become a drudge in order to support her sponging relatives -- flapper sister Eloise (Lucille Ricksen), hypochondriac Aunt Minnie (Lydia Yeamans Titus), and storytelling Uncle Eph (James O. Barrows). Only Octavia's frail grandmother (Jennie Lee) really needs help. When Octavia's sweetheart, photographer Pritchett Spence (T. Roy Barnes), discovers the toll these bloodsuckers are exacting, he plots with the family doctor to rescue her.

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Director: Charles ReisnerGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman, Eleanor, is convinced by her friends that her fiancé, Geoffrey, is not truly in love with her. To test his affections, she devises a plan to make him jealous by pretending to be interested in another man. This leads to a series of comedic misunderstandings and escalating romantic entanglements as Geoffrey tries to win her back and Eleanor grapples with her own evolving feelings.

Critical Reception

As a silent comedy from the early 20th century, 'Young Ideas' received moderate attention for its lighthearted entertainment and the performances of its cast. Contemporary reviews often highlighted its charming depiction of courtship and the humor derived from its central premise. While not a groundbreaking film, it contributed to the era's popular comedic offerings.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its amusing portrayal of young love and its comedic situations.

  • Noted for the charm of its lead actors in navigating the romantic plot.

  • Considered a pleasant, though perhaps not particularly memorable, silent comedy.

Google audience: Information on specific audience reception from Google users for this 1924 silent film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

Although Harold Lloyd and Reginald Denny are listed in some cast details for 'Young Ideas,' their roles are often described as uncredited cameos or minor appearances, with Zasu Pitts and Billie Dove being the primary romantic leads.

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