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Miss Mischief Maker
Little Sallie O'Brien, who sells newspapers on the city streets, is adopted by Bridget Cassidy, the landlady, when her mother dies. Mrs. Cassidy treats the child cruelly, but soon the wealthy James Wilson befriends Sallie and takes her into his home. Sallie is befriended by Wilson's son Richard, but his daughter Marjorie dislikes the impish little girl.
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Plot Summary
This silent comedy short film likely revolved around a female protagonist who causes humorous trouble and romantic entanglements through her mischievous actions. Details of the specific plot are scarce due to the film's age and potential lack of preservation.
Critical Reception
As a silent short from 1918, specific critical reviews are extremely difficult to find and likely do not exist in a preserved form. Contemporary audience reception would have been immediate and ephemeral, typical of the era's short films.
What Reviewers Say
Likely a lighthearted, comedic romp typical of the era.
The 'mischief maker' trope was popular in early cinema for generating gags.
Audience enjoyment would have been based on slapstick and character-driven humor.
Google audience: Information on this film is too limited to provide a summary of Google user reviews.
Fun Fact
Films from this era, especially shorts, often had very simple plots focused on visual gags and immediate entertainment, with many having been lost to time due to the fragility of early film stock.
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