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Beautifully Trimmed
Norine Lawton is a young woman living by her wits in New York City. When she becomes friendly with Count Bonzi, a swindler, he enlists her aid in his scheme to sell worthless Mercer oil company stock to wealthy Christopher Gibbons, a retired war hero.
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Plot Summary
In this silent comedy, a bumbling barber attempts to give a wealthy patron a haircut, leading to a series of chaotic and disastrous mishaps. The situation escalates as the barber's ineptitude results in increasingly absurd and comical outcomes, culminating in a grand mess for all involved. The film showcases the slapstick humor and fast-paced gags characteristic of Mack Sennett's productions.
Critical Reception
As a short silent comedy from the early 20th century, 'Beautifully Trimmed' is primarily remembered for its slapstick humor and the performances of its comedic cast. Contemporary reviews would have focused on its entertainment value and the effectiveness of its gags, typical of the era's short film output. Its legacy is as a representative example of early American screen comedy.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its slapstick and physical comedy.
Features early performances from notable silent film comedians.
A typical example of a Mack Sennett short, emphasizing rapid-fire gags.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for 'Beautifully Trimmed' is not readily available due to its age and the nature of silent short films. Audience reception would have been primarily through theatrical showings and word-of-mouth in the 1920s.
Fun Fact
Mack Sennett's Keystone Studios was known as the 'home of slapstick comedy', and films like 'Beautifully Trimmed' were instrumental in establishing that reputation through their wild chases and exaggerated physical humor.
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