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Dad's Girls
Dad, a likable old pioneer character, lived among the foot hills of the western mining region, on a ranch with his two daughters, Rose and Madge. As sort of a side issue he had been doing a little prospecting, and about the time the story starts, we see him carrying some of his quartz to Andy Thomas, a young assayer located in a nearby village.
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Plot Summary
In this silent comedy, a father tries to manage his unruly daughters, who are more interested in their own pursuits than his wishes. The film humorously depicts the generational clash and the father's growing exasperation as his daughters navigate their independence.
Critical Reception
As a very early silent film, 'Dad's Girls' is primarily appreciated today for its historical significance as a work by pioneering filmmaker Alice Guy-Blaché. Contemporary reception would have focused on its comedic elements and novelty.
What Reviewers Say
Valued for its early representation of domestic comedy.
A glimpse into the emerging narrative styles of early cinema.
Demonstrates Alice Guy-Blaché's early directorial vision.
Google audience: As an 112-year-old silent film, there is no specific audience review data available on Google.
Fun Fact
Alice Guy-Blaché was one of the very first filmmakers to use sync-sound in her films, though 'Dad's Girls' is a silent production.
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