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Episode
Vienna, 1922. Due to a sudden financial tragedy, a young woman begins accepting checks from an older, rich gentleman for companionship in order for her to keep attending college. Their relationship is purely platonic, but eventually she begins a romance with the tutor of the older man's sons who has a completely wrong impression as to the nature of her arrangement with his employer.
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Plot Summary
This short comedy film features Billy Gilbert in a series of gags and humorous situations. The plot is light and serves primarily as a vehicle for physical comedy and jokes typical of the era. It's a brief, lighthearted cinematic experience designed for laughs.
Critical Reception
As a short film from 1935, contemporary critical reception is difficult to ascertain with modern metrics. However, films of this nature were generally intended for light entertainment and audience amusement. It likely received passing notice as part of a broader entertainment program.
What Reviewers Say
A brief comedic short with standard gags of the period.
Relies heavily on physical comedy and the performance of its lead.
Offers a lighthearted diversion typical of 1930s short films.
Google audience: No specific audience reviews are available for this short film.
Fun Fact
This short film is notable for being an early example of a comedic vehicle for actor Billy Gilbert, who would go on to have a prolific career in Hollywood, often playing portly, well-meaning characters.
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