Putting It Over
Jack Trevor, an automobile salesman who takes the place of the recently deceased heir, Horace Barney, after a train crash. Trevor, who has a striking resemblance to Barney, finds himself at the mansion where he falls in love with Barney's cousin and rightful heiress, Helen. He must then expose the fraudulent scheme of Barney's guardian and his accomplices to save the estate and win Helen's love.
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Plot Summary
This silent comedy short film follows the misadventures of a group of characters as they navigate various comedic predicaments. The plot often involves misunderstandings, slapstick humor, and a lighthearted, fast-paced narrative designed for entertainment.
Critical Reception
As a short film from 1919, contemporary critical reception is difficult to ascertain with modern metrics. However, silent comedies of this era were generally popular for their lighthearted entertainment value, with films like 'Putting It Over' contributing to the burgeoning film industry's output.
What Reviewers Say
- Silent comedies of the era provided accessible and often physical humor.
- Short films were a staple of early cinema programming.
- The film likely relied on tried-and-true comedic tropes of its time.
Google audience: No specific audience reviews are available for this historical short film.
Fun Fact
B. Reeves Eason, the director, was a prolific filmmaker known for his work in Westerns and action films, often as a stuntman before moving into directing.
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