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The Green Swamp
Most of the patients of Dr. Ward Allison are women, and his wife Margery is becoming increasingly jealous of all the time he spends with them. One day he tells her that he has been called out of town, but she is told that he is really staying at the house of a friend and colleague, Dr. Hendon, and the two are planning wild parties with their female patients. What she finds out, however, is even more shocking than what she expected.
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Plot Summary
A scientific short film that explores the natural environment of the Green Swamp, focusing on its inhabitants and potential dangers. It was designed to educate audiences about the wildlife and ecology of such unique ecosystems.
Critical Reception
As a short educational film from 1916, "The Green Swamp" was likely received as an interesting and informative piece for its time, offering a glimpse into a natural environment. Contemporary reviews are scarce, but films of this nature were generally appreciated for their scientific and documentary value.
What Reviewers Say
An early attempt at naturalistic filmmaking.
Informative for its era's audiences.
Showcases the unique ecosystem of the Green Swamp.
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Fun Fact
Raymond L. Ditmars, the director and star, was a prominent herpetologist and author at the New York Zoological Society and was renowned for his work in popularizing natural science through films and books.
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