East Side - West Side (1923 film)

1923 film directed by Irving Cummings

  • Leighton Osmun
  • and Henry Hull
Produced byIrving CummingsStarringKenneth Harlan
Eileen Percy
Maxine Elliott HicksCinematographyArthur Martinelli
Production
company
Principal Pictures
Release date
  • June 1, 1923 (1923-06-01) (US)[1]
Running time
6 reelsCountryUnited StatesLanguagesSilent
English intertitles
East Side - West Side (1923)

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.

It was released on June 1, 1923.

Cast list

  • 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

The 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

  1. ^ "East Side - West Side". American Film Institute. Archived from the original on December 25, 2017. Retrieved December 24, 2017.
  2. ^ "Picture Answers Vital Questions". Los Angeles Times. July 21, 1923. p. 5. Retrieved May 6, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
  3. ^ "Life in New York City Portrayed For Screen". The Pasadena Post. August 18, 1923. p. 3. Retrieved May 6, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
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