Circus Daze
Circus Daze

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Circus Daze

1928
Movie
20 min
English

Circus employee Poodles gets into plenty of monkey business while competing with the bully ringmaster for the love of equestrienne heroine Betty. But when she faints before an important performance, he must don drag so the show can go on.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Director: Leo McCareyGenres: Comedy, Short, Silent

Plot Summary

In this silent comedy short, a man finds himself in a series of chaotic situations at a circus. He attempts to navigate the absurdities and mishaps that unfold, leading to a whirlwind of slapstick humor and escalating predicaments. The film relies on visual gags and physical comedy to entertain the audience.

Critical Reception

As a silent comedy short from the late silent era, 'Circus Daze' was likely appreciated for its humor and performances within its genre context. Contemporary reviews would have focused on its comedic timing and the effectiveness of its gags. Modern reception is limited due to its age and status as a short film, but it is recognized as a representative example of the era's comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies heavily on visual gags and slapstick.

  • Features a performance typical of silent comedy stars of the era.

  • A brief but energetic entry in the silent short film genre.

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Fun Fact

Leo McCarey, the director of 'Circus Daze', went on to have a highly successful career directing classic films such as 'Duck Soup' and 'The Awful Truth'.

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