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Thomas’ Promotion

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English

Upon finding his brother’s girlfriend deceased in the shower, Lex desperately tries to hide the body before his brothers promotion party. Things get worse when he reveals his plans to propose.

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Director: Ulysses D. HerberGenres: Short, Comedy

Plot Summary

A humorous look at a man's attempts to get a promotion. The film follows Thomas as he navigates the office politics and social dynamics of his workplace, employing various schemes and misadventures to achieve his goal. His efforts lead to comedic situations and unexpected outcomes.

Critical Reception

As a very early silent film, "Thomas' Promotion" was primarily shown in nickelodeons and its reception was generally positive for its comedic timing and simple narrative. Contemporary reviews often highlighted its lighthearted amusement and the performance of its lead.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its straightforward comedic premise.

  • Noted for its brief, entertaining runtime.

  • Seen as a typical example of early American comedy shorts.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not available due to its age.

Fun Fact

This film is notable for featuring a very young Mary Miles Minter, who would later become a significant silent film star, though she had a relatively small role in this early work.

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