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An Expensive Visit
At college, Jack is spending his dad's money and not studying. When dad comes for a visit, Jack gets one of his friends to dress as a woman and flirt with his father. Another friend pretends to be the jealous husband, forcing dad to buy his way out of trouble.
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Plot Summary
In this silent comedy short, two friends find themselves in a series of awkward and unfortunate situations due to their attempts to impress others. Their efforts to appear wealthy and sophisticated lead to a cascade of misunderstandings and comedic mishaps, culminating in a lesson about the true cost of pretense.
Critical Reception
As a silent comedy short from 1915, "An Expensive Visit" is difficult to assess with modern critical standards. It was likely viewed as light entertainment typical of the era, designed to elicit laughs through slapstick and situational humor. Contemporary reviews, if they exist, would have focused on its comedic effectiveness and the performances of its stars.
What Reviewers Say
Relied on physical comedy and fast-paced gags.
Showcased the popular comedic duo of Lyons and Moran.
A typical example of early American silent film comedy.
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Fun Fact
Eddie Lyons and Lee Moran were a popular comedy team in early Hollywood, known for their prolific output of short films for various studios in the 1910s and 1920s.
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