East Side - West Side is a 1923 American silent drama film. Directed by Irving Cummings, the film stars Kenneth Harlan, Eileen Percy, and Maxine Elliott Hicks.
| East Side - West Side | |
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 Title card from the film | |
| Directed by | Irving Cummings |
| Written by | Hope Loring Louis D. Lighton |
| Based on | the play, East Side-West Side by |
| Produced by | Irving Cummings |
| Starring | Kenneth Harlan Eileen Percy Maxine Elliott Hicks |
| Cinematography | Arthur Martinelli |
Production company | |
Release date |
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Running time | 6 reels |
| Country | United States |
| Languages | Silent English intertitles |
It was released on June 1, 1923.
Cast list
edit- Kenneth Harlan as Duncan Van Norman
- Eileen Percy as Lory James
- Maxine Elliott Hicks as Kit Lamson
- Lucille Hutton as Eunice Potter
- Lucille Ward as Mrs. Cornelia Van Norman
- John T. Prince as Paget
- Betty May as Amy Van Norman
- Charles Hill Mailes as Dr. Ernest Shepley
- Wally Van as Skiddy Stillman
Reception
editThe Los Angeles Times gave the film a positive review, saying it presented "an absorbing story of New York life with tense moments and dramatic situations."[2] The Pasadena Post also enjoyed the film calling it "a picture bound to appeal to everyone whose heart is kindled with romance and sentiment." They went on to say that the picture had "exceptional dramatic moments, and offers a realistic slice of life in the huge melting pot—New York." They specifically singled out the direction of Irving Cummings, as well as complimenting the acting of the cast.[3]
References
edit- ^ "East Side - West Side". American Film Institute. Archived from the original on December 25, 2017. Retrieved December 24, 2017.
- ^ "Picture Answers Vital Questions". Los Angeles Times. July 21, 1923. p. 5. Retrieved May 6, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
- ^ "Life in New York City Portrayed For Screen". The Pasadena Post. August 18, 1923. p. 3. Retrieved May 6, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.