Is Forbidden Fruit Worth Watching? Honest Movie Review & Audience Verdict (1921)

📖 The Core Premise

With the release of Forbidden Fruit (1921), audiences are invited back into the world of Drama, Romance. At its heart, the film explores complex themes wrapped in a compelling storyline. As the plot unfolds, we see characters navigating a world where stakes are high. "Mary Maddock works as a seamstress to bring home money while her husband Steve, unemployed, has no real prospects of earning money. Mary's employers, are trying to strike an oil related business deal with a rich man by the name of Nelson Rogers. The deal does not seem to be on the table, as Mr. Rogers is leaving town shortly and does not have the time to work out the details of such a deal. In an order to entice him to stay, Mrs. Mallory - wife of Mr. Mallory who is proposing the business deal - convinces Mary to be her guest at a dinner party with the intent of making Mr. Rogers fall for her and thus stay long enough for Mr. Mallory to make him agree to a business deal."

🎬 Performance & Direction

A movie's success often hinges on its execution. While not a career-best, Agnes Ayres's presence adds a necessary stability to the proceedings. The direction aims to balance pacing with character development, a hallmark of good Drama. While there are moments of brilliance, the pacing occasionally dips.

🤔 Why You Should Watch (or Skip)

Is Forbidden Fruit worth your time? If you appreciate Drama, Romance films that take risks, this is likely a decent one-time watch. However, if you are looking for a flawless masterpiece, you might find some plot points predictable.

🏆 Final Verdict

Ultimately, Forbidden Fruit is a mixed bag with some redeeming qualities. With a runtime of 87 minutes, it asks for a significant time investment, but for the right audience, it pays off.

Our recommendation: Watch on OTT.