A Model Husband
A Model Husband

Movie spotlight

A Model Husband

1916
Movie
15 min
English

Mr. Cherub is considered by all tne world to be a model husband. Housewives hold him up as a shining example to their husbands. In truth, however, Mr. Cherub is anything but a virtuous husband.

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Director: Bertram BrackenGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

This silent comedy short features a man who tries to impress his wealthy father-in-law by posing as a successful businessman. He goes to great lengths to maintain the facade, leading to a series of humorous mishaps and misunderstandings as he attempts to keep his true identity and financial struggles hidden.

Critical Reception

As a short silent comedy from 1916, detailed critical reception is scarce. However, films of this era were generally judged on their entertainment value and comedic timing, which 'A Model Husband' likely provided to its contemporary audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers lighthearted entertainment typical of early 20th-century comedies.

  • Relies on situational humor and the comedic performance of its lead.

  • A short, straightforward comedic premise designed for brief amusement.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this film is unavailable due to its age.

Fun Fact

The film's runtime is listed as '5 reels', which was a common way to measure the length of silent films, with each reel typically running about 10-15 minutes.

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