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Patouillard et l'ours policier
Bill and his little bear are employed to track burglars. They succeed in tracking them to a river where bruin spends a lively quarter of an hour fishing them out one by one. The bear quite enjoys his unexpected bath, and succeeds in obtaining free board and lodging tor several little burglars.
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Plot Summary
This silent short film follows the comedic misadventures of Patouillard, a bumbling character, as he encounters a police bear. The humor likely stems from the absurdity of the situation and Patouillard's ineptitude in dealing with the unusual circumstances.
Critical Reception
As a very early silent short film, specific critical reception from its time is difficult to ascertain. However, films of this era were generally seen as novel entertainment, with comedies often relying on slapstick and absurd situations to amuse audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Likely appreciated for its novelty and simple humor.
A representative example of early comedic filmmaking.
Relied on visual gags and a bizarre premise for laughs.
Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for this film is not available due to its age.
Fun Fact
This film is a very early example of cinematic comedy, predating many of the foundational techniques and stars of the genre that would emerge in the following decades.
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