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The Speed Spook
An auto racer driving through a small town finds himself tangled up in a local political controversy, an election and a mystery that surrounds a supposedly "haunted" car that speeds through town with no driver and disappears before anyone can catch it.
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Plot Summary
In this silent comedy short, Charley Chase plays a character who is terrified of ghosts. He takes a job as a night watchman at a supposedly haunted house, hoping to prove his bravery. His attempts to confront the spectral presence lead to a series of slapstick mishaps and mistaken identities.
Critical Reception
As a silent comedy short from the 1920s, 'The Speed Spook' is primarily appreciated by film historians and fans of early comedy. While specific critical reviews from its time are scarce, shorts from this era starring performers like Charley Chase were generally popular for their physical comedy and lighthearted entertainment.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its early slapstick humor and chase sequences.
Showcases Charley Chase's developing comedic timing in the silent era.
A typical example of Hal Roach's prolific output of short comedies during the 1920s.
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Fun Fact
This short film is notable for featuring Ena Gregory (later known as Enid Bennett), who would go on to have a more prominent career in feature films.
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