Lonesome Luke, Messenger
Lonesome Luke, Messenger

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Lonesome Luke, Messenger

1917
Movie
11 min
English

While on the job, delivering a message, Luke finds himself in a girl's seminary.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Hal RoachGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

In this silent comedy short, Lonesome Luke faces various predicaments and misunderstandings as he attempts to deliver a message. His journey is fraught with slapstick mishaps and comical encounters that highlight his naive and often clumsy nature. The film follows his series of unfortunate events as he navigates the challenges of his role.

Critical Reception

As an early Harold Lloyd short, 'Lonesome Luke, Messenger' is representative of the slapstick comedies of the era. While specific critical reviews from its initial release are scarce, these films were generally popular for their physical comedy and lighthearted entertainment. Lloyd's Lonesome Luke character was a stepping stone to his later, more iconic 'Glasses Character'.

What Reviewers Say

  • Appreciated for its vintage slapstick and early Harold Lloyd performance.

  • A good example of the short-form comedies popular in the silent film era.

  • Offers a glimpse into Lloyd's evolving comedic persona before his 'Glasses Character' fame.

Google audience: Audience reception for very early silent shorts like this is not widely documented on modern platforms. However, viewers often enjoy these films for their historical value and the foundational slapstick humor.

Fun Fact

The 'Lonesome Luke' character was Harold Lloyd's primary persona before he developed his famous 'Glasses Character,' which would make him a global superstar.

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