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Good Night, Nurse
Neal, while sitting in his room, notices an accident in the street and kindly goes to the man's rescue with his car and takes him to the hospital. The nurse assigned to the case, Billie, makes a great hit with Neal.
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Plot Summary
In this silent comedy short, a wealthy hypochondriac is confined to a hospital bed. His overbearing mother, concerned about his every ailment, insists on surrounding him with nurses. However, the young man finds his nurses more of a nuisance than a comfort and attempts to get rid of them, leading to a series of slapstick misunderstandings and chaotic events.
Critical Reception
As a silent comedy short from the early days of cinema, "Good Night, Nurse!" is primarily appreciated for its historical value and the slapstick humor typical of the era. It showcases the burgeoning comedic talents of Harold Lloyd and his ensemble. While not critically reviewed in the modern sense, its enduring legacy is as a charming example of early film comedy.
What Reviewers Say
A classic example of early slapstick comedy.
Features charming physical comedy and a lighthearted plot.
Historically significant for showcasing Harold Lloyd's early work.
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Fun Fact
This short film is notable for featuring Harold Lloyd as a hypochondriac patient, a role that contrasts with some of his later, more iconic characterizations where he was often the ambitious go-getter.
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