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Fast Company
Fast Company is the sixteenth short in the "Our Gang/Little Rascals" series created by Hal Roach. Many of the boys here want to go swimming but Mickey has to make a delivery. On the way, he encounters a rich boy waiting at a station for his mom and as they get to talking they trade places since Mickey has never seen the inside of a hotel and the rich kid just wants to play. When the rich kid returns to the gang with the goat-pulling wagon, however, they resolve to go where Mickey is which is where the fun really begins...
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Plot Summary
This short silent comedy follows the misadventures of a young man trying to impress a girl and her father. He attempts various schemes to prove his worth, often with chaotic and humorous results. The film relies on slapstick humor and quick pacing typical of comedies from the era.
Critical Reception
As a short silent comedy from 1924, "Fast Company" received limited contemporary critical review that is widely preserved today. However, films of this nature were generally enjoyed for their lighthearted entertainment value and comedic performances. Its primary recognition comes from its place in early film history.
What Reviewers Say
A lighthearted and brief comedic diversion.
Features slapstick humor characteristic of early silent films.
Notable for its historical context within early Hollywood shorts.
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Fun Fact
The film is notable for being a very early example of a short comedy produced during the silent film era, showcasing the style and humor popular at the time.
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