Movie Description
The Road of Ambition
(1920)Overview
Bill Matthews, foreman for Bethel Steel, works hard to perfect a means for the elimination of waste in steel manufacture. Philip Colt, inheritor of the steel mill, is in love with Daphne Van Steer, whose father is in financial straits. One day, visiting the mill with Philip, Daphne witnesses Bill thrash an insolent workman, and is impressed with his strength though she then snubs him. Bill soon perfects his invention, and coming into great wealth, resolves to become Daphne's social equal by employing socialite May Larrabee to coach him.
Featured Crew
Cast
Bill Matthews
Daphne Van Steer
Philip Colt
May Larrabee
Monty Newcomb
Mr. Benson
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Facts
Original TitleThe Road of Ambition
Status Released
Release Information
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1920-12-20
Original LanguageUnknown
Runtime 01h 00m
Production CompaniesSelznick Pictures
Genres
- Drama
