Polly of the Storm Country
Polly Hopkins, a young woman from a family of squatters, navigates the harsh realities of Silent City. Her existence is defined by the simmering conflict with the wealthy "hilltoppers" who look down upon her community. Yet, Polly carries an uncommon creed instilled by her grandmother: to love everybody unconditionally. This radical compassion faces its ultimate trial when her brother-in-law is falsely imprisoned, a blatant injustice that threatens to ignite the long-standing class war. Polly must now champion her family's cause while clinging to a philosophy of universal love in a world built on prejudice.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1920 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama, Romance |
| Director | Arthur Rosson |
| Runtime | 50 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.5/10 (1 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
This 1920 silent drama proves a timeless exploration of class strife and the radical power of grace. Mary Pickford's Polly is more than a symbol of innocence; she embodies a resilient faith in humanity that becomes a quiet form of rebellion against a rigid social order.
What lingers after the final reel is the poignant tension between the world as it is and as it could be, driven by a performance that turns compassion into compelling drama. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Arthur Rosson
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The muddy shores of the squatters' shantytown against the manicured estates on the hill; a social chasm felt in every frame.
🎭 Cast
Mildred Harris
Polly (as Mildred Harris Chaplin)
Emory Johnson
Robert Robertson
Charlotte Burton
Evelyn Robertson
Harry Northrup
Marcus MacKenzie
Ruby Lafayette
Granny Hope
Maurice Valentin
Jeremiah Hopkins
Charles West
Oscar Bennett
Michael D. Moore
Wee Jerry (as Mickey Moore)
Fred Kohler
Cora Drew
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