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Fine Feathers
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Fine Feathers

1921-06-20 · 50 min · ★ 7.0

Drama

Bob Reynolds, a construction engineer, is constructing a dam. Finding himself in financial trouble, he is persuaded by John Brand to use a cheaper--but far inferior--cement to replace the cement he's been using. Brand, who is determined to ruin Reynolds, then talks him into buying worthless stock. Finding himself in desperate straits, Reynolds forges a check using Brand's name. Unfortunately the finished dam breaks and many people are killed. Under suspicion by the authorities, Reynolds desperate searches for a way out of his worsening situation.

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Directors
Fred Sittenham
Production companies
Metro Pictures Corporation
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Claire WhitneyClaire WhitneyJane Reynolds
Eugene PalletteEugene PalletteBob Reynolds
Thomas W. RossThomas W. RossDick Meade
Warburton GambleWarburton GambleJohn Brand
June ElvidgeJune ElvidgeMrs. Brand

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