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Sweet Alyssum
The boss of iron worker Roanoke Brooks (Power), is having an affair with his wife (Kathlyn Williams). Eventually she commits suicide and her lover dies in an accident. Roanoke lavishes all his love and attention on his daughter (Edith Johnson). As a young woman she goes to the West where she meets the son of the man who broke up her father's marriage.
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Plot Summary
The film tells the story of a young woman, Sweet Alyssum, who is separated from her lover and faces numerous hardships. She finds solace and strength in nature, particularly in the delicate flower that shares her name. The narrative follows her journey of resilience and enduring love against the backdrop of societal challenges and personal trials.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1915, specific critical reception data is scarce and difficult to verify through modern metrics. Early films were often reviewed more for their narrative novelty and technical achievements of the time. Information suggests it was a melodrama designed for popular appeal.
What Reviewers Say
Early silent melodramas often focused on emotional storytelling and romantic entanglements.
Films of this era were appreciated for their visual narrative and dramatic performances.
Technical aspects like cinematography and set design were highlighted as achievements.
Google audience: As this is a very early silent film, there are no available Google user reviews or ratings.
Fun Fact
Colin Campbell was a prolific director of early silent films, known for his work with the Selig Polyscope Company, a pioneering American film studio.
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