The read
It runs a compact 50m.
Synopsis
Reformer Arnold Gray fights child labor and social issues. An ambitious clubwoman, Rhoda Lewis, helps him secure a gubernatorial nomination. Arnold marries a respected writer named Jane Morton. When Jane becomes pregnant, Arnold fears a child will hinder his political career. Pressured by Rhoda and Arnold, Jane suffers acute depression over the situation. Arnold wins the election, but Jane dies shortly after. Grief-stricken, Arnold dreams of his unborn son and wakes to find his wife alive, realizing the tragedy was only a nightmare.
Ratings
IMDb7/10
Key crew
- Rae BergerDirector
- Richard BennettWriter
Cast
- Richard BennettArnold Gray
- Adrienne MorrisonJane Morton
- George PeriolatDr. Brainard
- Constance BennettUnborn soul
- Joan BennettUnborn soul
- Barbara BennettUnborn soul
- Blanche BennettWoman
- Rhoda LewisBlanche Hanson
Themes
lost film