"Uncovering Irish American History: A Journey Down the Rabbit Hole"

The silent film "The Callahans and the Murphys" caused controversy with its comic Irish stereotypes and was subsequently pulled from circulation, becoming a lost movie. A first-generation Irish American's curiosity about the film led to a deep dive into its plot, which centered on two Irish families in Goat Alley. The film's lead role was offered to Marie Dressler by her friend, screenwriter Frances Marion, during a time of financial struggle, ultimately leading to Dressler's success in the movie industry.