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His Bunkie
"Now match him if you can, this Reg'lar Army Man. Rattlin', Rattlin', Colt or Gatlin'. Reg'lar Army Man." The daughter of his old pal and bunkie becomes his ward. He finds they have met before, are already in love, so he proposes and she becomes his wife.
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Plot Summary
A comedic short film where a man's friend, or 'bunkie', gets into a series of misadventures. The plot often involves mistaken identities, absurd situations, and slapstick humor typical of the era.
Critical Reception
As a silent short film from 1915, specific critical reviews are scarce. However, films of this nature, often produced by Mack Sennett's Keystone Studios, were generally appreciated for their lighthearted, escapist entertainment and the comedic talents of their performers, particularly Ben Turpin.
What Reviewers Say
Generally considered a typical example of early slapstick comedy.
Ben Turpin's distinctive physical comedy was a highlight for audiences.
The film provided simple, accessible humor for its time.
Google audience: Due to the age and nature of the film, specific audience reviews are not readily available. However, short comedies of this era were popular for providing quick, lighthearted entertainment.
Fun Fact
The film is noted for featuring the iconic silent film comedian Ben Turpin, known for his crossed eyes, which he often exaggerated for comedic effect.
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