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Alma's Champion

1912 · 14 min Drama Romance
4.0 / 10 · TMDB

Henry Talbot, the son of the president of the V.C.A.R.R., desiring to get a more comprehensive knowledge of the railroad, accepts a position as engineer on his father's road. Alma Randall, the niece of Stephen Bradish, general manager of the railroad, is reluctant in recognizing him in his position and he in turn makes it very unpleasant for her, so much so that she leaves his home. Going to the railroad station, she enters the cab of the engine driven by her sweetheart and there tells him her story. In the meantime Bradish, missing the girl and learning that she is on the express, orders a special, which overtakes the train driven by Talbot. Bradish is informed by the conductor that Alma is not aboard. At a reception given by her friends in honor of Alma's birthday, Henry is invited. As a surprise Henry's father and Bradish are also present. Bradish assumes the authoritative with Alma.

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Year 1912
Country United States of America
Genre Drama, Romance
Runtime 14 min.
Rating TMDB: 4.0/10 (1 votes)

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The film constructs a social drama around class contrast and prejudice, relying on the railroad as a central symbol of fate and progress rather than mere backdrop. It explores the fragility of reputation and the power of personal choice within a rigid society.

What lingers after the final reel is a classic tale of overcoming, where genuine feeling and action ultimately prove stronger than birthright and first impressions. — MovieFinder Editorial

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With a cup of tea on a quiet evening, immersed in the age of steam and strict manners.

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