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Wished on Mabel
Mabel and her mother visit the park. She sees her boyfriend, Roscoe, and asks him to join them. After the lovers manage slip away by themselves, Mabel’s mother is subsequently robbed.
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Plot Summary
A young woman, Mabel, desires a wealthy husband. After seeing a shooting star and making a wish, she believes her wish will come true when a wealthy man appears. However, her perception of who is wealthy and her subsequent actions lead to comical misunderstandings.
Critical Reception
As a short silent comedy from the early days of cinema, "Wished on Mabel" was likely viewed as light entertainment typical of its era. Reviews from this period for short films are scarce, but Mabel Normand was a significant star known for her comedic performances, which would have been a draw for audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Mabel Normand's star power was a significant appeal.
The film showcases typical slapstick and situational humor of the era.
Short comedies were a popular form of early cinema entertainment.
Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for "Wished on Mabel" is not available due to the film's age and format.
Fun Fact
Mabel Normand was one of the first major female stars of the silent film era and was known for her improvisational skills and energetic comedic performances.
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