Yes, Ma'am

A short comedy film where a wealthy but stingy man tries to get out of paying for services rendered by his employees. He attempts to trick his butler and other staff into believing he has no money, leading to humorous situations and ultimately, his comeuppance.

As a short comedy from the era, 'Yes, Ma'am' was likely intended for light entertainment and did not receive significant critical analysis. Its reception would have been judged on its ability to elicit laughs and showcase the comedic talents of its stars, particularly Billy Gilbert.

• Relies on slapstick and familiar comedic tropes of the time.

• Features a prominent comedic actor of the era in Billy Gilbert.

• A brief, lighthearted diversion rather than a substantial narrative.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this short film is not readily available. It is likely that viewers at the time enjoyed it as a brief comedic interlude.

Billy Gilbert, who stars as the stingy employer, was a prolific character actor known for his portly physique and distinctive laugh, often playing buffoonish or irascible characters.