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Those Troublesome Tresses
Farce in which two neighbouring couples test each other's jealousy. The women decide to make the men jealous and vice versa. The men buy horse hair to make the women believe it is hair of another woman; the women pretend to have received love letters. Final match result: women seem more jealous than men.
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Plot Summary
A humorous short film focusing on the misadventures that arise from a woman's elaborate hairdo. Her troublesome tresses lead to a series of comical mishaps and misunderstandings throughout her day. The film showcases the physical comedy popular in early cinema.
Critical Reception
As a silent short film from 1913, contemporary critical reviews are scarce and difficult to verify. However, films of this era starring Flora Finch were generally well-received by audiences for their lighthearted comedic content and simple narratives.
What Reviewers Say
Relied on physical comedy and slapstick for laughs.
Showcased the popularity of female-centric comedic shorts.
A typical example of early Keystone Studios-style humor.
Google audience: No specific audience reviews are available for this film from 1913.
Fun Fact
Dell Henderson was a prolific director of short comedies for Keystone Studios, known for his fast-paced, gag-driven style.
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