Leatrice Joy Double Feature

The Clinging Vine: Leatrice Joy, known for her roles in silent films, stars in "The Clinging Vine," where she plays Antoinette Allen, a businesswoman who undergoes a transformation to become more feminine. Despite her makeover, she remains a strong and competent character. The film explores themes of gender roles and the challenges faced by women in the business world. Joy's performance is noted for its depth and comedic timing, making "The Clinging Vine" a memorable film in her career. 

Down Home: is a rural drama set in New England, starring Leatrice Joy as Nancy Pelot, the daughter of the town drunk. The film follows her journey to support herself and her father by playing piano in an unsavory roadside inn. Chet Todd, the son of a shop owner, is in love with Nancy but faces disapproval from her mother due to her profession. The plot thickens when Nance inherits a small farm from her mother, and Larry Shayne, the inn's owner, plots to cheat her out of her inheritance. The film culminates in a series of misadventures, including a revival meeting and a blinding snowstorm, leading to significant character development and a resolution where Nance gains respect and a respectable income.