Double Speed
Auto racer Speed Carr enters a marathon race across the United States, from New York to Los Angeles. He encounters numerous obstacles not related to the race and must switch identities and vehicles before he can finish.
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Plot Summary
Young millionaire Arthur "Art" Carr is deeply in love with Sylvia, but his father objects to their union, believing she's after his money. To prove his independence and worth, Art decides to earn his own fortune by entering a cross-country automobile race. He faces numerous challenges, including sabotage from his father's associates and the complexities of his own feelings, as he navigates the treacherous race and the affections of Sylvia.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from the early 20th century, "Double Speed" is difficult to assess with modern critical metrics. Contemporary reviews likely focused on its entertainment value, the star power of Wallace Reid, and the novelty of its car-centric plot. It was part of the popular wave of action-adventure comedies of the era.
What Reviewers Say
- Early silent film showcasing the popular Wallace Reid in an adventurous role.
- Features a race against time and societal expectations, typical of the era's genre films.
- While lost to time, it likely provided lighthearted entertainment for its contemporary audience.
Google audience: As "Double Speed" is a lost silent film, there are no available Google user reviews or summaries to draw from.
Fun Fact
Wallace Reid, a major star for Paramount Pictures in the 1910s and early 1920s, tragically died young in 1923 from complications stemming from a severe motorcycle accident he sustained during the filming of another picture, 'The Roaring Road'.
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