Going! Going! Gone!
Lloyd and Pollard help a young girl out of the water but they are then chased by a shrew. On a bicycle built for two, Lloyd lazes about on the back while Pollard sweats from all of his effort. Thieves escape by car but it breaks down. Lloyd and Pollard help them start up again but the thieves steal the tandem bicycle, leaving the car in the hands of the heros.
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Plot Summary
This silent comedy short follows the misadventures of a man trying to sell various items, leading to chaotic and slapstick situations. The humor relies heavily on physical comedy and escalating absurdity as each attempt to sell something goes awry.
Critical Reception
As a silent comedy short from 1919, specific critical reviews are scarce. However, films of this era starring Billy West and featuring Oliver Hardy were generally seen as lighthearted entertainment that relied on broad physical humor and gags to amuse audiences.
What Reviewers Say
- Relies on classic silent film slapstick.
- Features the comedic talents of Billy West and an early appearance by Oliver Hardy.
- A typical example of the short comedies popular in the early 20th century.
Google audience: Audience reception for this specific short is not readily available in modern reviews. However, films from this period with similar casts and comedic styles were generally well-received for their escapist humor.
Fun Fact
This short film features a young Oliver Hardy, who would later become one half of the iconic comedy duo Laurel and Hardy.
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