What Every Girl Should Know
What Every Girl Should Know

What Every Girl Should Know

1927Movie70 minEnglish

A young girl and her two brothers are sent to a children's home after their older brother, who is the only one supporting them, winds up in jail.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Manning HaynesGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

This silent comedy short film centers on a young woman who is determined to learn the secrets of romance and marriage, much to the chagrin of her family. She attempts to gather information from various sources, leading to humorous misunderstandings and comical situations as she navigates societal expectations and her own burgeoning curiosity.

Critical Reception

As a silent short from 1927, contemporary critical reception is largely unrecorded in easily accessible archives. However, its existence and survival suggest it was likely seen as a lighthearted piece of entertainment typical of the era's short film output, offering simple comedic escapism.

What Reviewers Say

  • A charming, albeit brief, glimpse into early 20th-century comedic storytelling.
  • Features slapstick humor and situational comedy common to the silent film era.
  • Relies on visual gags and character archetypes for its humor.

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Fun Fact

This film is notable for its title, which was a common phrase used in educational and cautionary literature for young women during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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