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Putting One Over
When a train crash kills Horace Barney, the heir to a fortune that his doctors and guardians were planning to extort the unscrupulous trio quickly substitute his double Jack Trevor who by chance was on the same locomotive but knocked unconscious. Once awakened, Jack realizes the duplicity but plays along to try and foil the plot and save the estate for Barney’s cousin Helen who is the true heir and with whom he has fallen in love.
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Plot Summary
This silent short film appears to be a comedy focusing on deception or trickery, common themes in early cinema. Specific plot details are scarce due to its age and format.
Critical Reception
As a silent short film from 1919, contemporary critical reception is not readily available in modern databases. Such films were often reviewed in ephemeral publications or newspapers that are difficult to access.
What Reviewers Say
Likely featured slapstick or comedic misunderstandings.
Typical of short comedies of the era, it aimed for lighthearted entertainment.
The title suggests a narrative centered around a prank or a clever ruse.
Google audience: Information on audience reception from Google users is unavailable for this film.
Fun Fact
Many short films from the early 20th century are now considered lost or have incomplete records, making 'Putting One Over' a potentially rare glimpse into the comedic styles of its time if viewable.
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