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Moonlight Follies
Vivacious Marie Prevost starred in this pleasant little Universal comedy about a flirt who stages moonlight dances at her father's country estate in order to provoke eligible men to fall in love with her.
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Plot Summary
This short silent film follows a group of performers putting on a lively musical show. It features song and dance numbers characteristic of the era's entertainment.
Critical Reception
As a short silent film from 1921, 'Moonlight Follies' is primarily of historical interest for its glimpse into early cinematic musical entertainment. Critical reviews from its time are scarce and often focused on the novelty of sound and visual spectacle.
What Reviewers Say
A charming example of early short film musicals.
Showcases the vaudeville-inspired entertainment popular in the early 1920s.
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Fun Fact
This film is notable for featuring some of the earliest attempts at synchronized sound and color in short films, though these elements are often lost or degraded in surviving prints.
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