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Young Hearts
Harriet Wold and Ragnar Berntzen are engaged, but she falls in love with Lieutenant Wang and he with the priest's daughter Anna. As they confess this to each other with anxiety and trembling, they are delighted when they hear that both are equal. It will be engagement and joy.
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Plot Summary
A young woman from a rural background faces societal pressures and romantic entanglements as she navigates the complexities of growing up. Her journey involves significant personal growth and challenges that test her resilience and decisions.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1917, contemporary critical reception is difficult to ascertain precisely through modern databases. However, films of this era, particularly those directed by Henry King and starring Dorothy Gish, were generally well-received for their emotional depth and narrative coherence within the conventions of silent cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its sensitive portrayal of a young woman's journey.
Noted for its emotional resonance within the silent film format.
Considered a good example of early dramatic filmmaking.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific 1917 film is not available.
Fun Fact
Although 'Young Hearts' is a lost film, director Henry King went on to have a long and successful career in Hollywood, directing over 100 films and earning multiple Academy Award nominations.
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