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His Pest Girl
Tim Ryan teams with his wife, Irene, playing a salesman who runs into a saleswoman with an identical sales case.
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Plot Summary
A struggling artist finds himself embroiled in a series of comedic mishaps when he becomes entangled with a wealthy socialite and her equally determined dog. He attempts to win her affection amidst the chaos caused by her pampered pet, leading to unexpected romantic complications. The film follows his increasingly desperate, yet humorous, efforts to navigate the challenges.
Critical Reception
His Pest Girl was met with a generally lukewarm reception from critics, who found its humor predictable and its plot rather thin. While some appreciated the lighthearted escapism and the performances of the lead actors, many felt the film lacked originality and relied too heavily on familiar comedic tropes of the era. Audience reactions were similarly mixed, with some enjoying the simple romantic comedy elements.
What Reviewers Say
The film offers lighthearted, if unremarkable, entertainment.
Performances are adequate, but the script feels derivative of other comedies.
A predictable romantic comedy that doesn't break new ground.
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Fun Fact
The film's director, Edward F. Cline, was a prolific director of comedies and silent films, known for his work with Buster Keaton.
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