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Flirting with Death
When an aviator dies performing in a traveling circus, the circus closes and sideshow con men "Sky-High" Billy Wardell and "Domino" Dominick are arrested for giving out fake watches to wheel of fortune winners. After Domino springs the jail's lock, they jump a freight train and arrive in the next town, where Billy falls in love when Jane Higgenbotham allows them to breakfast on her freshly baked pies.
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Plot Summary
In this silent short comedy, Harold and his friends are out on a picnic, enjoying their day. Their leisure is interrupted by a series of mishaps and comedic encounters. The film follows their attempts to navigate these obstacles with their signature slapstick humor.
Critical Reception
As a short silent comedy from 1917, specific critical reviews are scarce. However, Harold Lloyd's early work, including 'Flirting with Death,' was generally well-received by audiences for its physical comedy and lightheartedness, establishing him as a major silent film comedian.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic slapstick and early examples of Harold Lloyd's physical comedy.
Seen as a typical, entertaining short film of its era, showcasing the burgeoning talents of its cast.
The humor relies heavily on visual gags and chase sequences, common in silent comedies.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this specific silent short is not readily available through modern platforms.
Fun Fact
This short film is one of Harold Lloyd's earliest appearances and showcases his developing comedic style before he adopted his iconic 'glasses' persona.
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