When Fate Decides


When Fate Decides is a lost 1919 American silent drama film directed by Harry Millarde and starring Madlaine Traverse. It was produced and distributed by Fox [Film Corporation].

Plot

Vera Loudon is married to a violent alcoholic who beats her, but she meets a former lover who is furious with how she is being treated.

Cast

reviewer Laurence Reid was mixed in their review, annoyed with the story, stating that it was only redeemed by its mystery element.
The [Moving Picture World|Moving Picture World] reviewer Hanford C. Judson gave the film a very positive review, finding the direction to be "excellent" and the night cinematography "wonderful."
Variety's review was mostly positive, praising some of the cinematography, but the reviewer found that the performers overacted their parts.