Headline
Tol'able David': The Value of a Name
Newspaper Source
Publication Date
1923-10-25
- Publication Year
1923
Page
6
Key Person
Film Projector / Film(s)
Tol'able David
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Actors
Richard Barthelmess
Director
Henry King
Writer
Joseph Hergesheimer (novel)
Country
USA
Released
1921-12-31
Runtime
99 min
Genre
Drama
Language
None
Plot
When three thuggish men are responsible for the death of his father and the crippling of his brother, young David must choose between supporting his family or risking his life and exacting vengeance.
Awards
2 wins.
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Summary
It is unfortunate that a picture of such merit as 'Tol'able David' has been given a title, which although familiar enough in America, is not so readily comprehensible in an English colony. The drawing power of a name is a real thing, and it is hoped that an unfortunate title will not prevent Hongkong folk from going to see an attractive picture. 'Tol'able David' is not a 'charming' story; it is not a 'sensational' production; it is a faithful delineation of a lovable character by a master actor – Richard Barthelmess.
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