Should She Obey?
Inspired by his wife Lorna, shiftless William Gordon discovers a welding process worth millions and becomes president of a large corporation. Henry Blake, a friend of Gordon's from his indolent days, is forced to marry when his girl friend Mamie gives birth to a daughter, who is sent to live in a convent.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1917 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | George Siegmann |
| Rating | TMDB: 1.0/10 (2 votes) |
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The film constructs a sharp contrast between two fates, using sudden fortune to explore class mobility and moral obligation. It relies on the expressive, gestural storytelling and title card dramaturgy characteristic of its silent era.
What lingers after viewing is a poignant social drama where personal ambition meets rigid convention. The central question of duty—to society, family, or self—resonates beyond its historical frame. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: George Siegmann
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Best viewed with a curated silent film score, allowing the visual drama to unfold.
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