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A Venetian Night
The young Anselmus Aselmeyer fulfilled a long cherished dream: He travels to Venice, the city of his dreams. Once there, the porter Pipistrello directs him immediately to the hotel of his boss, and Anselmus lands in the middle of a wedding party. Mestre Mangiabene, a wealthy oilman, marries the beautiful but completely depleted Marchesina dei Bisognosi. But the secretly loves an officer.
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Plot Summary
In this silent short film, a group of revelers find themselves in a series of humorous predicaments during a night out in Venice. Mistaken identities, mischievous antics, and chaotic misunderstandings ensue as the characters navigate the charming Venetian canals and winding streets. The plot unfolds with lighthearted escapades and slapstick humor, characteristic of early 20th-century comedies.
Critical Reception
As a silent short film from 1914, "A Venetian Night" is primarily of historical interest. Contemporary reviews are scarce, but its existence points to the burgeoning film industry's efforts to create entertaining content for a mass audience. Its genre suggests it was likely viewed as a lighthearted diversion.
What Reviewers Say
A brief and lighthearted comedic short.
Offers a glimpse into early cinematic humor and storytelling.
Primarily of historical value to silent film enthusiasts.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is not available due to its age and the nature of silent short films.
Fun Fact
This film is part of the early output of the Lubin Manufacturing Company, one of the pioneers in the American film industry, known for producing a large volume of short films in the silent era.
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