Alice's Brown Derby
Alice's Brown Derby

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Alice's Brown Derby

1926
Movie
7 min
English

Another horse race with Julius riding a mechanical horse and Pete unsuccessfully trying to cheat to win.

Insights

Director: Cecil B. DeMilleGenres: Short, Comedy

Plot Summary

A brief comedic short where Alice White, a diner waitress, deals with a difficult customer played by Harry Langdon. The humor arises from Langdon's peculiar behavior and White's attempts to manage the situation.

Critical Reception

As a short comedy from the silent film era, critical reception focused on its comedic timing and the performances of its stars. It's noted for its lighthearted, simple humor characteristic of the period.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming simplicity and effective comedic performances.

  • A light and amusing silent short that showcases early comedic talent.

  • Generally viewed as a minor but enjoyable piece of silent comedy.

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Fun Fact

This short film is notable for featuring the popular silent film actress Alice White and the legendary comedian Harry Langdon, bringing together two stars of the era for a brief comedic exchange.

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