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El Teleghraf
The servant (Othman) falls in love with one of the servants. Her mistress finds out and fires them both. (Othman) works in many professions but does not achieve success. In the end, he works as a telegraph deliverer. Due to his extreme laziness, he delays the delivery of an important telegram to a wealthy man, which disrupts a deal on the stock exchange. The stock exchange flourishes and the wealthy man makes a lot of money. He looks for (Othman) to reward him.
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Plot Summary
A humorous short film where a man tries to send a telegram but encounters a series of comical obstacles. The story follows his increasingly frustrated attempts to communicate his message through the outdated technology.
Critical Reception
As a brief comedic short from the era, El Teleghraf is primarily remembered for its star, Fernandel, and its charmingly simple premise. It's a lighthearted piece that showcases Fernandel's comedic timing.
What Reviewers Say
Delightful early performance by Fernandel.
A charmingly simple, if brief, comedic premise.
Showcases the humor of everyday frustrations with technology.
Google audience: Audience reception for this short film is not widely documented, but it is appreciated for its historical value and the presence of a beloved comedic actor.
Fun Fact
This short film was part of a collection of shorts often screened before feature films in the era, offering audiences a quick dose of comedy.
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