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Finally, a year after her arrival in New York, she received a break in film: fourth billing in a B-movie titled The Stealers ( 1921 ).

More silent films followed, which brought her to the attention of producer Hal Roach, out from Hollywood searching for new talent.

Early in 1923, after a successful meeting, Roach made Shearer an offer on behalf of Louis B. Mayer Pictures, run by mogul Louis B. Mayer.

After three years of hardship, she found herself signing a contract for $ 250 a week for six months, with options for renewal and a test for a leading role in a major film called The Wanters.