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The Cloth Peddler
Set in turn of the century Baku at the dawn of the 20th century, a young man wishes to marry. Since he is a rich and successful business man, despite his young age, he feels that he should have his pick of any bride that he fancies, however, Azerbanjani tradition dictates otherwise.
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Plot Summary
A brief silent film short, 'The Cloth Peddler' likely depicted a simple narrative centered around its titular character, possibly involving themes of trade, hardship, or community in the early 20th century.
Critical Reception
As a silent short film from 1917, specific critical reception details are not widely available. Films of this era were often judged on their narrative clarity, acting, and any new cinematic techniques employed, but detailed reviews are scarce for many early productions.
What Reviewers Say
Given the film's age and obscurity, a definitive consensus is unavailable.
It is likely that contemporary reviews, if they exist, would have focused on the straightforward storytelling typical of early cinema.
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Fun Fact
Many short films from the silent era have been lost to time due to poor preservation, making it difficult to track down details or even the films themselves.
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