A Flirt's Mistake
A Flirt's Mistake

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A Flirt's Mistake

1914
Movie
8 min
English

When Fatty Arbuckle accidentally hits on the rajah, he declares, "Death to all flirts!" and hijinks ensue.

Insights

Director: John H. CollinsGenres: Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young woman, blinded by her vanity and flirtatious nature, rejects a humble but sincere admirer for a wealthy man who ultimately abandons her. She then realizes the true worth of the man she foolishly cast aside and faces the consequences of her actions.

Critical Reception

As a melodrama of its time, 'A Flirt's Mistake' was likely met with moderate reception, typical of films dealing with moral lessons and romantic entanglements. Contemporary reviews would have focused on the dramatic performances and the cautionary tale it presented.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its moralistic narrative.

  • Noted for the performances of its lead actors.

  • Considered a standard romantic drama of the era.

Google audience: As this film is from 1914, specific Google user reviews are not available. However, films of this genre and period were generally appreciated for their dramatic storytelling and emotional resonance.

Fun Fact

Viola Dana, one of the stars, began her film career at a very young age and became a popular actress in the silent film era, known for her dramatic roles.

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