A Perfect 36
A Perfect 36

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A Perfect 36

1918
Movie
50 min
English

The plot involves Mabel's clothes being stolen in a mix-up while she was swimming, necessitating her spending most of the time running around clad only in her swimsuit trying to straighten everything out

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Director: Charles AveryGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

A struggling young woman yearns for a more glamorous life, dreaming of a perfect husband and a lavish lifestyle. Her aspirations are put to the test when she attempts to secure a wealthy beau, leading to a series of humorous and chaotic situations. The film follows her comedic misadventures as she navigates societal expectations and her own desires in pursuit of her idealized future.

Critical Reception

As a short silent comedy from 1918, 'A Perfect 36' received immediate, albeit brief, attention primarily within the film periodicals of its time. While specific aggregated reviews are scarce, the film was generally seen as a charming and lighthearted piece typical of the era's comedic shorts, with performances often praised for their energy and physical comedy. Audience reception would have been tied to cinema attendance and word-of-mouth within local communities.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic physical comedy characteristic of the silent film era.

  • Noted for its lighthearted and whimsical tone.

  • Appreciated for its simple yet engaging narrative focused on aspirations and romantic pursuits.

Google audience: Information regarding specific Google user reviews for 'A Perfect 36' is not available due to its age and the nature of historical film reception data.

Fun Fact

This short film is notable for featuring a young Esther Ralston, who would go on to become a significant star in the late 1920s and 1930s, particularly known for her role in 'The Greater Glory' (1919) and 'The Way of All Flesh' (1927).

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