The Turmoil (1916 film)

The Turmoil is a 1916 American silent drama film directed by Edgar Jones and starring Valli Valli, George Le Guere, and William Conklin. It is based on the 1915 novel The Turmoil by Booth Tarkington. The film depicts the struggles of a wealthy family in the rapidly industrializing Midwest, focusing on the romantic and personal conflicts that arise from the clash between traditional values and the pressures of modern business. The storyline primarily concerns the industrialist James Sheridan and his sons, one of whom is withdrawn and sensitive, facing pressure to join the family's business empire despite his artistic inclinations. Another son, an ambitious and ruthless businessman, drives much of the central conflict. The film explores themes of ambition, family dynamics, love, and the impact of industrialization on American society. While considered lost, some stills and production information survive, providing a glimpse into its original form.