Life, 1926-04-29 · page 30 of 42
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This page reviews three silent films, reflecting early 1920s cinema criticism. The cartoons at top illustrate comedic physical humor typical of silent movies. **"For Heaven's Sake"** stars Harold Lloyd in a slapstick comedy. The reviewer praises its humor, noting that silent films' strength lies in visual gags that can't be adequately described in words. **"Kiki"** features Norma Talmadge as a Parisian character. The critic acknowledges the film differs substantially from the stage play, as movie adaptations inevitably do, but finds it entertainingly performed. **"The Flaming Frontier"** is criticized as derivative—another Western following countless similar stories. While praising the lead actor's horsemanship and exciting cavalry scenes, the reviewer finds the plot thoroughly predictable. **"The Blind Goddess"** receives praise as a rare quality Paramount picture with good performances. However, the reviewer admits the plot relies on familiar melodramatic elements (murder, mistaken parentage) but concedes it's executed competently. The tone reflects how critics evaluated silent cinema: emphasizing visual spectacle while lamenting recycled stories.
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