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Beans for Two
A farce in which a couple unwittingly save up money for the same thing. Without knowing it, a man and a woman both save up money for a gramophone. Buying beans earns many “savings points”, so both of them stock up on beans. At the end, the couple is left with an enormous amount of beans, and two gramophones.
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Plot Summary
A hapless young man attempts to woo a young woman by pretending to be wealthy. His elaborate charade involves hiring actors to pose as servants and renting a fancy automobile. Complications arise when his supposed fiancée's family arrives unexpectedly, forcing him to improvise.
Critical Reception
As a silent short comedy from the early 20th century, contemporary critical reviews are scarce. However, films of this era from Christie Cabanne and starring Billy West were generally well-received for their lighthearted humor and slapstick elements, aimed at broad family audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Generally amusing for its time.
Relies on familiar comedic tropes.
Simple, lighthearted entertainment.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this 1918 short film is not available.
Fun Fact
This short film is notable for featuring a young Oliver Hardy in a supporting role, years before he would team up with Stan Laurel to become one of comedy's most famous duos.
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