A Bear Affair
A Bear Affair

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A Bear Affair

1915
Movie
13 min
English

Keystone comedy mayhem with bears, chases and whatnot.

Insights

Director: George D. BakerGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

A man attempts to pass off a trained bear as a human relative to impress a wealthy potential father-in-law. The situation quickly devolves into slapstick chaos as the bear's true nature becomes increasingly apparent.

Critical Reception

As a silent short comedy from the early days of cinema, critical reception was generally positive for its lighthearted humor and physical gags. It was considered a typical vaudeville-style entertainment piece suitable for the era's audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its amusing premise and comedic performances.

  • Appreciated for its simple, entertaining slapstick.

  • Seen as a charming example of early screen comedy.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this silent short film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

This short film featured the vaudeville family of Eddie Foy Sr., who was a renowned stage entertainer and comedian, bringing his theatrical talents to the early silent screen.

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