A work in constant progress (and occasional regress).
Release Date:
May 26, 1923
Original Title:
His Great Chance
Genres:
Drama
Production Companies:
Ben Strasser Productions
Production Countries:
United States of America
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Two African-American country boys with dancing talent are discovered by a theater magnate, who persuades them to leave the farm and try their luck on the stage. Initially seized by stage fright, the boys eventually become great successes. Back home, however, their parents, who are happy for their sons' good fortune, cannot help but feel neglected by them. At Christmas, the parents try to be merry, but miss their absent sons very much. Just then, the boys return home, full of good cheer for the holiday. The elder son, who has fallen in love with the theater manager's daughter, introduces his parents to his new bride and everyone is joyful.
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