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The Social Ghost
14-year-old Tom is unable to find work to support his sick mother and has no food. He becomes despondent after being turned down by potential employers and sits on a park bench with his dog. A mysterious, unseen figure, referred to as "the social ghost," appears to offer him assistance.
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Plot Summary
A man attempting to prove his existence after death finds himself haunted by his own ghost. He tries to scare his wife, but she believes he is just a hallucination. In a humorous twist, he becomes a social nuisance to himself and others.
Critical Reception
As a silent short from 1914, contemporary critical reviews are scarce and difficult to verify. However, films of this era from Keystone Studios were generally popular for their slapstick humor and lighthearted entertainment.
What Reviewers Say
Early silent comedy offering light, physical humor.
A simple plot focused on visual gags and comedic situations.
Typical of the era's short, character-driven comedic fare.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this very early film is not available.
Fun Fact
This short film is an example of the prolific output of Keystone Studios during the silent film era, known for pioneering slapstick comedy.
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