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The Face at Your Window
Two factory owners, Hiram Maxwell and Nicholas Harding are almost polar opposites -- Maxwell pays careful attention to his employees needs, while Harding totally disregards them. Maxwell's son, Frank, is very much like his father, and he is engaged to Harding's daughter, Ethel, who, unfortunately, has some of her father's less appealing traits. Naturally, she's not thrilled when he goes to work amongst the laborers at her father's factory. One of the other workers is Ruth Kravo, and both Frank and Ivan Koyloff are attracted to her. One night when Frank calls on Ruth, Ivan jealously stabs him. The trouble this causes loses Ruth her job, but she goes to work as a secret service agent amongst her own people.
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Plot Summary
A young woman is haunted by a mysterious face that appears at her window, leading her into a dangerous investigation. As she delves deeper, she uncovers a sinister plot that puts her life at risk. The film explores themes of paranoia and the psychological toll of fear.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1920, "The Face at Your Window" is largely a forgotten piece of cinema. Surviving records and critical analysis are scarce, making a definitive reception difficult to ascertain. It is generally considered a minor entry in the early horror and mystery genres.
What Reviewers Say
Lacks significant critical commentary due to its age and obscurity.
Considered a product of its time in early cinematic horror.
Its plot, while intriguing, is often lost to the limitations of silent filmmaking.
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Fun Fact
The film is notable for its pioneering use of suspenseful camera angles and shadowy lighting to create a sense of dread, which was innovative for horror films of the early 1920s.
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