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The Dippy Dentist
The film begins with a girl who is supposedly irresistible to all men. Several guys all come to her to pledge their undying love--including Harold Lloyd's brother, Gaylord (who is a dentist). Shortly after this, a new dentist (Snub Pollard) arrives to work in an office across the hall. In a very funny scene, Pollard manages to steal all of Gaylord's patients from his waiting room. However, when it comes to dental work, Snub is highly unlikely to receive the American Dental Association's seal of approval. That's because he's incredibly rough and manages to toss a guy out the window when he pulls his tooth.
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Plot Summary
A comedic short film centered around a bumbling dentist and his unfortunate patients. The dentist's attempts at providing dental care lead to a series of chaotic and humorous mishaps, much to the dismay of those seeking relief.
Critical Reception
As a silent comedy short from the early 1920s, specific critical reception details are scarce. However, films of this nature were generally produced for light entertainment and mass appeal, often relying on physical comedy and situational humor to entertain audiences of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Relies on slapstick and physical comedy typical of the silent era.
Features a lighthearted and somewhat chaotic plot.
Showcases the comedic talents of its lead actors within the limitations of short-form cinema.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific silent short film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
This short film is part of the early wave of comedic shorts that paved the way for the more elaborate productions of later decades in Hollywood.
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