School Days
School Days

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School Days

1920
Movie
25 min
English

Larry in school and always gets in trouble until he falls asleep and dreams of when he's all grown up.

Insights

IMDb7.0/10
Director: Robert F. McGowanGenres: Comedy, Short, Family

Plot Summary

This silent short film follows a group of mischievous children navigating the trials and tribulations of school life. Facing a stern teacher and the usual classroom challenges, the children find ways to inject humor and chaos into their lessons. Their antics range from playful pranks to elaborate schemes, all in the spirit of youthful exuberance and a desire to avoid hard work.

Critical Reception

As a silent short from the early 20th century, 'School Days' was primarily intended for entertainment in vaudeville and early cinemas. Contemporary reviews, if they existed in a widely accessible format, focused on its slapstick humor and the charming performances of its young cast, particularly the "Our Gang" regulars. It's remembered as a lighthearted romp capturing the essence of childhood mischief.

What Reviewers Say

  • Delightful portrayal of childhood escapades.

  • Humorous and charming silent comedy.

  • Features early performances of popular child actors.

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Fun Fact

This short film is an early precursor to the iconic 'Our Gang' (The Little Rascals) series, featuring many of the same child actors who would later gain widespread fame.

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