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Troublemakers
After her husband's death in the West, Mrs. Lehr, a young widow who grew up in Cuttleback, decides to return there with her two daughters, Jane and Katherine, and make her home on the old family estate which had been looked after in her absence by Job Jenkins, a caretaker who had been in the Lehr family's employ since boyhood, and by now he has been the estate's sole occupant for so many years that he regards it as part of his life, and is disturbed when his mistress returns with her children.
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Plot Summary
In this silent short, a group of young men stir up mischief and chaos, leading to a series of comedic predicaments. Their antics involve elaborate pranks and slapstick routines, often escalating into pandemonium.
Critical Reception
As a silent short from 1917, 'Troublemakers' is primarily viewed through the lens of early film comedy. Contemporary reviews, though scarce, likely focused on its comedic timing and physical gags. Modern reception is minimal, but it is recognized as an example of its era's comedic style.
What Reviewers Say
Early slapstick comedy relying on physical gags.
A brief glimpse into the humor of the silent film era.
Simple plot focused on escalating comedic chaos.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific 1917 short film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
Silent short films like 'Troublemakers' were often shown as part of a double feature or as a standalone comedic interlude in vaudeville theaters.
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