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Rigadin, Garçon de Banque
Charles Prince shows up with some money from the banque. While the old man continues to play cards with his pals, Rigadin and the young wife go into a room; the husband soon follows and kicks him out. But when he dons a different hat, he isn't recognized. It's a very slight addition to Prince's series as Rigadin, and at times seems a trifle incoherent to modern viewers, most of whom have never seen a formal hat of any description. Instead they will notice the pulled faces and painted backdrops, as Prince tries and fails to make this minor one-reel comedy more interesting. With Suzanne Demay and Armand Lurville.
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Plot Summary
Rigadin, a bumbling but good-natured individual, finds himself employed as a bank teller. His inherent clumsiness and lack of attention to detail lead to a series of comedic mishaps within the bank's operations. Throughout his shift, Rigadin inadvertently creates chaos, much to the exasperation of his colleagues and customers.
Critical Reception
As a very early silent comedy short, critical reception from the era is difficult to pinpoint with modern metrics. However, films featuring Max Linder were generally popular for their slapstick humor and Linder's charming on-screen persona, suggesting that 'Rigadin, Garçon de Banque' was likely well-received by its contemporary audiences as light entertainment.
What Reviewers Say
Max Linder's signature physical comedy is on full display.
A prime example of early silent film humor and pacing.
Relies on simple gags and Linder's expressive performance.
Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not specifically documented through modern platforms like Google Reviews, as it predates their widespread use. However, Max Linder was a hugely popular star in the early 20th century, indicating a significant positive audience response to his comedic performances.
Fun Fact
Max Linder was one of the most famous comedians in the world during the silent film era, often cited as an influence on Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton.
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