L'Express matrimonial

The film constructs a classic romantic dilemma where the antagonist is not a rival suitor, but a guardian of rigid tradition. It explores the contrast between youthful passion and stiff conservatism, using the confined train carriage as a perfect stage for this social tension.

What lingers after viewing is a poignant, silent-era vignette about love's struggle against societal barriers. It’s a brief, charming reminder of early cinema’s power to convey deep emotion without a single spoken word. — MovieFinder Editorial