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Joanna
Joanna Manners is a flapper with a million-dollar figure, million-dollar looks, and a million dollars in cash. She falls in love with John Wilmore, a gut who hasn't got a dime nor a pot to put it in if he had a dime. There are those who object. Especially, the crowd of gold-digging gigolos and hustlers she knows.
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Plot Summary
In this silent drama, a young woman named Joanna finds herself entangled in a complex romantic triangle. Torn between two men, she navigates societal expectations and personal desires.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from the 1920s, 'Joanna' received moderate attention during its release. Critical reception focused on its melodramatic elements and the performances of its lead actors.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its emotional depth and romantic storyline.
Noted for the performances of its leading actors, particularly Dolores del Río.
Considered a typical example of romantic melodrama from the silent film era.
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Fun Fact
The film was directed by Edmund Goulding, who later went on to direct more famous films such as 'Grand Hotel' (1932) and 'The Razor's Edge' (1946).
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