The Seven Sisters
The Seven Sisters

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The Seven Sisters

1915
Movie
50 min
English

Mici is the middle of seven sisters, who all believe if a younger sister marries first, the oldest sisters all doomed to be old maids. The elder sisters conspire to have the younger, pretty Mici sent away to a convent school. Mici manages to slip away and attend a fancy party, where she meets Count Horkoy. They fall in love and to the delight of Mici's sisters, the Count also finds suitable husbands for all of them.

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Director: Maurice TourneurGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

Based on a novel by Florence L. Barclay, the film tells the story of a young woman who is offered a proposal of marriage by an older gentleman. She initially refuses but eventually comes to accept him. The narrative explores themes of love, societal expectations, and personal choice within the context of early 20th-century society.

Critical Reception

As a silent film from 1915, specific critical reception data from modern aggregate sites is unavailable. However, early reviews and its status as a popular film suggest it was well-received by audiences of its time, appealing to those who enjoyed romantic dramas.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appealed to audiences with its romantic storyline.

  • Praised for its dramatic performances within the silent film medium.

  • Reflected contemporary societal views on marriage and relationships.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not available due to its age.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the bestselling 1910 novel of the same name by Florence L. Barclay, which was a significant success and contributed to the film's popularity.

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