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Three Beggars
There is a town with a well called 'Bachelor's Well' after a young man dug the well and jumped in to kill himself when his love for a girl from a rich family ended miserably. The story is about a ferryboat rower, a bum with a limp, and many other men all fighting to get the love of one girl. Three beggars who die with grudges against this town appear every night as ghosts to haunt and curse their foes.
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Plot Summary
In this silent short, three penniless individuals find themselves in a predicament as they attempt to survive on the streets. Their attempts to beg and find sustenance lead to a series of comedic misadventures and slapstick situations.
Critical Reception
As a short silent comedy from 1928, specific critical reception is difficult to ascertain. However, films of this era featuring popular comedians like Max Davidson were generally produced for audience entertainment and likely received a moderate reception for their lighthearted humor.
What Reviewers Say
The film relies heavily on physical comedy and slapstick for its laughs.
Max Davidson's performance is central to the film's comedic elements.
A typical example of a short silent comedy from the late 1920s.
Google audience: Audience reviews for short silent films from this era are not readily available. However, films featuring popular comedic actors of the time were generally appreciated for their escapist entertainment value.
Fun Fact
Max Davidson was a popular Jewish comedian in vaudeville and silent films, often playing characters that were down on their luck or struggling financially, a persona he reprised in 'Three Beggars'.
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