Three Bags of Silver
Three Bags of Silver

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Three Bags of Silver

1914
Movie
20 min
English

The chance-shot fired by the villainous but keen-sighted Umballah, makes a bone-bruise upon the fair arm of Kathlyn.

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Director: Harry A. PollardGenres: Drama, Western

Plot Summary

A young woman, abandoned by her wealthy father, is taken in by a kindly prospector who instills in her a love for nature. Years later, she returns to her father's estate, not for revenge, but to reclaim a lost heirloom and to find the true meaning of happiness, which she ultimately discovers away from the confines of society.

Critical Reception

As an early silent film, specific critical reviews from 1914 are scarce. However, contemporary accounts suggest it was viewed as a sentimental melodrama with a satisfying moral conclusion, typical of the era's popular entertainment. The film was recognized for its picturesque outdoor settings and earnest performances.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its scenic Western locales.

  • Noted for its sentimental and moralistic storyline.

  • Performances were considered adequate for the dramatic content.

Google audience: As a silent film from 1914, there are no specific Google user reviews available for this title. General audience reception from the era likely centered on its emotional narrative and visual appeal.

Fun Fact

This film is notable for being one of the few surviving features from the early directorial work of Harry A. Pollard, who would later become a more prominent director in the 1920s.

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