The Woman Who Did Not Care
The daughter of a boarding house keeper, Iris Carroll (Tashman) is subjected to the unwanted advances of her mother's boarders. When mom dies, Iris kicks over the traces, moves out of town, buys a gorgeous wardrobe and sets about to "get even" with the entire male population.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Anne Faulkner, is forced into an unhappy marriage with the wealthy and older Judge Thornton. She falls in love with the judge's younger relative, Bob Hale, leading to a forbidden romance. The film explores the societal constraints and personal desires of women during the Roaring Twenties.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1927, specific critical reviews are scarce. However, films of this era often focused on melodramatic storytelling and romantic entanglements, which were popular with audiences. Esther Ralston's performance was generally praised for its emotional depth.
What Reviewers Say
- Often highlights the romantic melodrama.
- Praises Esther Ralston's leading performance.
- Reflects societal norms and desires of the 1920s.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this film is not available due to its age.
Fun Fact
The film was based on the novel 'The Woman Who Did' by Victoria Cross, which was quite controversial for its time due to its frank discussion of female sexuality and independence.
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