Going Up
Going Up

Movie spotlight

Going Up

1916
Movie
12 min
English

Musty Suffer is invited to stay in a mansion; hilarity ensues.

Insights

IMDb6.3/10
Director: John G. BlystoneGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

A man is attempting to impress a woman by pretending to have worked his way up from the bottom. His elaborate lies begin to unravel when he is forced to demonstrate his supposed skills.

Critical Reception

As a short film from the silent era, contemporary critical reception is difficult to ascertain with modern metrics. However, Harold Lloyd's early work, including 'Going Up,' was generally well-received by audiences for its physical comedy and charming performances, establishing him as a rising star in the industry.

What Reviewers Say

  • Early example of Harold Lloyd's signature comedic style.

  • Features impressive physical gags typical of the era.

  • Showcases the chemistry between Lloyd and his co-stars.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this early silent film is not available.

Fun Fact

This film is considered part of Harold Lloyd's early output before he developed his iconic 'Glasses Character' persona.

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