The Three Valises
Jim Allen accidentally finds a valise full of burglars' tools. At the same time he discovers that he has fallen heir to a $10,000 legacy. In order to secure the legacy he must be in a distant city on the following day. Being hard up, he decides to borrow the necessary carfare from his double, an unscrupulous broker named Harrington.
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Plot Summary
This is a silent short comedy film from 1912. The plot, as is typical for films of this era, likely involves a humorous situation or series of gags, possibly centered around a misunderstanding or mishap involving three valises.
Critical Reception
As a very early silent short film, "The Three Valises" predates formal critical review systems as we know them today. Its reception would have been immediate and ephemeral, gauged by audience reactions in early cinemas. Information on its specific critical or audience reception is not widely documented in modern film archives.
What Reviewers Say
- Likely provided simple, accessible humor for early cinema audiences.
- Reflects the nascent stage of narrative and comedic development in filmmaking.
- Its historical significance lies in its existence as an artifact of early cinema.
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Fun Fact
Films from 1912 were often shown as part of a larger program, including newsreels, serials, and other short films, and were typically considered ephemeral entertainment rather than lasting artistic works.
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