Keep Trying

In this short silent comedy, a young man named Johnny attempts to woo his sweetheart, only to face a series of comical obstacles and mishaps. His persistent efforts lead to a whirlwind of physical comedy and escalating absurdity as he tries to impress her and overcome the challenges thrown his way.

As a very early silent short, 'Keep Trying' is difficult to find extensive contemporary critical reviews for. However, William Beaudine was a prolific director known for his work in comedies and melodramas, often characterized by their fast pacing and slapstick humor. Such shorts were typically viewed as light entertainment, and audience reception would likely have been based on immediate enjoyment of the gags.

• Characterized by brisk pacing typical of silent comedies.

• Relies heavily on physical gags and situational humor.

• A minor example of early 20th-century comedic filmmaking.

Google audience: Audience reception for this film is not available due to its age and limited distribution.

Director William Beaudine would go on to have a long career, directing hundreds of films and television episodes, becoming known as 'One-Take Beaudine' for his speed.