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Regan's Daughter
Known as a saloon-keeper, a politician and a bad man, Regan becomes the sworn enemy of Phil Riordan, a young headquarters detective. The only bright spot in Regan's life is his love for his daughter, Mary, who is being brought up in the Tennessee hills in ignorance of her father's character.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, the daughter of a notorious criminal, struggles to escape her family's dark legacy. She attempts to build a new life and find love, but her father's past actions continually threaten to engulf her. The film explores themes of redemption and the challenges of overcoming inherited circumstances.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1914, contemporary critical reception is difficult to ascertain. However, Alice Guy-Blaché was a pioneering filmmaker, and her works are now recognized for their early narrative sophistication and exploration of social themes, including female agency and societal pressures.
What Reviewers Say
Early narrative filmmaking exploring dramatic societal themes.
A testament to Alice Guy-Blaché's prolific and innovative directorial career.
Focuses on personal struggle against inherited social stigma.
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Fun Fact
Alice Guy-Blaché, the director of 'Regan's Daughter,' is widely considered the first narrative filmmaker in history and directed over 1,000 films during her career.
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