A Motion to Adjourn (1921)

Silas Warner, Jr., is the playboy son of a wealthy New York financier. When Silas’s brother, Archie, commits a near-theft, Silas nobly takes the blame. Disinherited by his father, Silas travels West to start a new life in a mining town. Once there, he is inducted into a local fraternity of fortune seekers known as the "Ornery and Worthless Men of the World". A series of events leads to a compromising situation that forces Silas to marry Sally. The film blends Western themes with comedic and dramatic elements as Silas navigates his new life and marriage.

Released

1921-11-02

Genres

Comedy, Drama

Runtime

60 min

Status

Released

Directed / written by

Roy Clements

TMDB rating

9.0/10 from 1 votes