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Alias Mike Moran
Department-store clerk Larry Young is determined to marry a rich girl. He falls for Elaine Debaux, whom he believes to be the daughter of a wealthy shipbuilder. However, when war breaks out Larry is drafted into the army. Before he is taken in, though, he and Elaine are rescued from gangsters by an ex-con named Mike Moran. It turns out that Moran wants to join the army but they won't take him because of his record. Larry, who doesn't want to go into the army because it will interfere with his plans to marry Elaine, comes up with an idea he thinks will work out for all concerned. Complications ensue.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, falsely accused of a crime, seeks refuge in a tenement house. She becomes involved with a group of criminals, led by the charismatic Mike Moran, who runs a protection racket. She finds herself torn between her desire for a legitimate life and the allure of Moran's dangerous world, ultimately facing a choice that will determine her fate.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1919, contemporary critical reception is difficult to ascertain with detailed records. However, films of this era often focused on melodrama and moral lessons, which 'Alias Mike Moran' appears to incorporate through its crime and drama elements. Its survival in film archives suggests some level of historical interest, likely for its performances and depiction of urban life.
What Reviewers Say
A melodramatic crime story typical of its era.
Features early performances from notable actors of the silent film period.
Offers a glimpse into the urban underworld narratives popular in the 1910s.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this 1919 silent film is not available.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by Paramount Pictures, which was one of the leading studios of the silent film era.
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