Among those players who were both willing and able to make the transition from silents to talkies we cannot include Clara Bow. This picture rather vividly and graphically shows why. Her acting style is eminently suited to silent films, relying as it does on exaggerated gestures, mannerisms and facial expressions. Accompanied by dialogue, as it is here, such a style seems forced, and badly overplayed. The situation is not helped at all by Fredric March's very low-key performance as her leading man.
If you're going to watch this film, try it with the sound off. You won't miss much, and Clara's acting will be much easier to take.
If you're going to watch this film, try it with the sound off. You won't miss much, and Clara's acting will be much easier to take.