Oh, Lady, Lady
A silent film version of the Kern-Bolton-Wodehouse "Princess Theatre" musical. The story concerns an engaged young man, Bill, whose ex-fiancée arrives unexpectedly on his wedding day. Meanwhile, comic complications arise because of a couple of crooks, the bride's mother dislikes the groom, and the nuptials are called off. Bill works to convince his old flame that he was not worthy to marry her; but his clumsy efforts do not make him look good to his new fiancée.
Insights
Plot Summary
A young man, eager to propose to his sweetheart, finds himself in a series of comical misunderstandings when he believes she is engaged to another. He tries to win her affections back through various schemes, leading to escalating chaotic and humorous situations. The film follows his increasingly frantic attempts to resolve the romantic entanglement before it's too late.
Critical Reception
As a silent comedy from the early era of filmmaking, contemporary reviews focused on its lighthearted entertainment value and the comedic performances. It was generally considered a pleasant diversion for audiences of the time, characteristic of the popular comedies of the 1920s.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its light and humorous story.
- Noted for its engaging comedic performances.
- Considered a charming and entertaining silent film.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews from 1920 is not available.
Fun Fact
The film is an adaptation of a popular Broadway musical comedy of the same name, which ran for over 200 performances in 1918-1919.
AI-generated overview · Verify ratings on official sources