The County Fair
"The County Fair" begins with a nasty rich guy threatening to turn an old lady onto the street--unless her niece (who lives with her) marries this man's son. While she's dead set against it, the niece is a sweet thing and would do anything to help her aunt--even marry the rich jerk. However, a possible way out is presented. When a poor young man is taken in and fed, he turns out (naturally) to be a jockey and thinks he can win the $3000 prize at the fair and save the farm.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1920 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Maurice Tourneur |
| Runtime | 59 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.7/10 (6 votes) |
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The film constructs a classic melodrama from the clash between heartless wealth and simple kindness, relying on timeless themes of duty, sacrifice, and unexpected redemption. It explores the county fair as an arena where life's fortunes hinge on a single, breathless race.
What lingers after the final reel is the satisfying click of moral justice and the quiet triumph of decency over greed. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Maurice Tourneur
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With a warm drink, wrapped in a blanket. Ideal for a classic, heartwarming tale.
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