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GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72 (IMDb 7.2).
The Volunteer
1917·Movie
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Madge Evans, World Film Corp. juvenile star, is sent to her Quaker grandparents, Timothy and Tabitha Mendenhall, when her father and mother go to serve in World War I. After bidding farewell to the World stars, Madge goes to her grandparent's home where she experiences stern discipline.
Silent FilmWorld War IComing-of-AgeFamily SeparationQuaker UpbringingChildhoodHistorical DramaNostalgic
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Is The Volunteer okay for kids?
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Yes: it's rated NR in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.
Can I half-watch The Volunteer?
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Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.
Is The Volunteer plot-driven or character-driven?
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Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (6 of 10) and dialogue centrality (6 of 10) more than on its plot.