Chickie

A silent-era romantic drama that moves with earnest feeling, its melodramatic turns softened by a wistful, old-fashioned charm.

Directed by

John Francis Dillon

Genres

Drama

Starring

Dorothy Mackaill, John Bowers, Hobart Bosworth

Overview

Young stenographer Chickie Bryce dreams of marrying a millionaire. Until then, though, she is content to carry on with Barry, a lawyer from a nearby office. The relationship soon becomes serious, but one day Chickie meets an actual millionaire, Jake, who sweeps her off her feet. Barry tries to win her back, but his efforts are stymied by Ila, a girl who is in love with Barry and doesn't want him to get back with Chickie.

How it feels

Melancholic, romantic, earnest and cynical. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Love, class, betrayal, morality

Content

Mild sexual content. No violence, gore or swearing.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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