
A successful carnival barker deals with the arrival of his eager son, who he'd hoped would stay far from the carnival world, his son's entanglement with a showgirl, and his own jealous mistress.
Directed by George Fitzmaurice, The Barker leans on a strong ensemble — Milton Sills, Dorothy Mackaill, Betty Compson — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about romance titles of 1928.
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