East Side - West Side (1923 film)

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.

East Side - West Side
Title card from the film
Directed byIrving Cummings
Written byHope Loring
Louis D. Lighton
Based on
the play, East Side-West Side
by
Produced byIrving Cummings
StarringKenneth Harlan
Eileen Percy
Maxine Elliott Hicks
CinematographyArthur Martinelli
Production
company
Release date
  • June 1, 1923 (1923-06-01) (US)[1]
Running time
6 reels
CountryUnited States
LanguagesSilent
English intertitles

Cast list

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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