Outwitted
Outwitted

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Outwitted

1925
Movie
50 min
English

After being captured by T-Man Jack Blaisdell and sentenced to 20 years of hard labor on a counterfeiting rap, Tiger McGuire is sprung from jail by his old gang. Vowing to get even with Jack, Tiger kidnaps the young man's fiancée, Helen (Holmes), bringing the girl to his hideout, a fancy yacht owned by Lucy Carlisle.

Insights

Director: Albert HermanGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

In this silent comedy short, a young man attempts to win the affection of a wealthy heiress by posing as a sophisticated gentleman. His plans are constantly thwarted by his own clumsy attempts at grandeur and the interference of a rival suitor. The film follows his increasingly absurd efforts to impress the heiress and overcome the obstacles in his path.

Critical Reception

As a short silent comedy from the silent film era, 'Outwitted' is difficult to assess with modern critical metrics. These films were often produced rapidly for mass entertainment. Contemporary reviews, if they exist, would likely have focused on the slapstick humor and the star's comedic timing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relied heavily on physical comedy and sight gags typical of the era.

  • The narrative structure was simple, serving as a vehicle for humorous situations.

  • Enjoyed for its lighthearted entertainment value by audiences of the time.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific 1925 short film is not available.

Fun Fact

Albert Herman, the director, was known for his work on numerous silent comedy shorts, often with a fast-paced, gag-driven style.

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