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Restricted to his room at college Ed sneaks out dressed as a girl attracting the attention of Don until he discovers Ed is not a girl and the two get into a fight. Their trainer, Tom, catches his two-star baseball men fighting and breaks benches Ed. The Calford team is up against a strong rival college and Don tricks Ed out of the honor of pitching. For eight innings Calford does well, until Don "blows up," and Ed gets back into the game and wins.
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Plot Summary
This short silent comedy features Leo White in a slapstick scenario involving baseball. The humor likely stems from exaggerated physical comedy and comedic misunderstandings on and off the field. It's a lighthearted take on the popular sport of the era.
Critical Reception
As a very early silent short film, contemporary critical reception is difficult to ascertain. However, films of this era were generally reviewed for their entertainment value and comedic timing. Its success would have been measured by audience laughter and its place on vaudeville or cinema programs.
What Reviewers Say
Lacked significant critical attention due to its nature as a silent short.
Likely appreciated for its slapstick humor and simple comedic premise.
A piece of early cinematic history showcasing a popular sport.
Google audience: Information on Google reviews is unavailable for this silent film from 1927.
Fun Fact
This short film was part of a series of comedy shorts produced during the silent film era, often featuring popular vaudeville comedians.
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