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Claire Curtis, Jimmie Strong and Mary have spent their childhood together in the country. Upon reaching adulthood, Claire goes to New York and becomes a success on stage. Jimmie, who has always dreamed of becoming an inventor, goes to New York to sell the machine he invented, and there he renews his acquaintance with Claire. Soon their old friendship ripens into love. Meanwhile, back in the country, Ralph and David Harding, who are making Jimmie's machine, plan to steal the right to it. Back in New York, Mary appears and informs Claire that she loves Jimmie, and the actress resolves to give her a chance to win him. When it appears that the Hardings' scheme to steal Jimmie's machine will succeed, however, Mary's ardor turns cold. Claire and Jimmie then rush back to the country in time to avert the takeover and save his firm from bankruptcy.
A young artist struggles to find his place in the world, facing societal pressures and personal demons. He navigates complex relationships while trying to maintain his artistic integrity. The film explores themes of ambition, sacrifice, and the pursuit of happiness in a challenging era.
As a silent film from 1917, specific critical reviews and audience reception data for 'An Even Break' are scarce and difficult to ascertain with modern metrics. However, the film belongs to a period of burgeoning American cinema, often characterized by melodramatic narratives and star power.
Depicts the struggles of artistic ambition in early 20th-century America.
Features performances from notable actors of the silent film era.
Reflects common dramatic tropes of the period.
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The film was produced by the Vitagraph Company of America, one of the earliest major film studios in the United States.
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An unfortunately damaged film, which I mean literally. There is some heavy nitrate damage in some spots, and the second reel is entirely missing. Despite this, I did enjoy the movie, and consider myself lucky to get to see any film of Olive...