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The Vagrant
Pursued by a cop, Lloyd tries desperately to demonstrate that he has a job so he won't be pinched as a bum, including posing as a peanut vendor, shoe shiner and toy balloon man.He helps corn remedy sales by hitting passers-by's feet with a hammer, and eventually he and the cop accidentally get high when opium is burned during a raid on Chinatown.
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Plot Summary
This short silent comedy follows a tramp who experiences a series of unfortunate events as he attempts to navigate daily life. He tries various schemes to survive, often leading to slapstick mishaps and humorous encounters with other characters.
Critical Reception
As a short silent comedy from 1921, 'The Vagrant' received limited contemporary critical reviews. Its reception is primarily gauged by its place in early film history and its adherence to the popular slapstick comedy genre of the era. Modern assessments focus on its historical context and its contribution to the development of comedic filmmaking.
What Reviewers Say
A typical example of early slapstick comedy.
Features physical humor and comedic set pieces.
Reflects the popular entertainment trends of the early 1920s.
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Fun Fact
This film is notable for its early use of physical comedy, a style that would become a hallmark of silent cinema and influence countless comedians that followed.
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