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A Shocking Night
William Harcourt loses all his money in a business transaction and is forced to dismiss his servants. Mr. and Mrs. Harcourt are about to entertain Richard Thayer and his fiancée, Bessie Lane, at dinner when there is received a message announcing the arrival of Montana millionaire Bill Bradford, a client of Harcourt's. Anxious to make a good impression, Harcourt and his wife disguise themselves as servants, while Thayer and his fiancée take the part of the Harcourts.
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Plot Summary
This silent short film is a comedy of errors involving a man who attempts to propose to his girlfriend but is repeatedly interrupted by various comical mishaps and misunderstandings. The situations escalate, leading to a series of absurd events that thwart his romantic intentions.
Critical Reception
As a silent short from 1921, 'A Shocking Night' predates modern critical review aggregation systems. Information on its specific critical reception is scarce, but it is generally categorized as a typical lighthearted comedy of its era, likely appreciated for its slapstick and comedic timing by contemporary audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Likely enjoyed for its era-appropriate physical comedy and escalating misunderstandings.
A brief, lighthearted diversion typical of silent film shorts.
Its simplicity and comedic situations would have appealed to audiences seeking escapism.
Google audience: Due to its age and status as a silent short, specific audience reviews from Google are unavailable. However, films of this nature were generally consumed for their entertainment value and uncomplicated humor.
Fun Fact
Details about the production, cast, and crew of 'A Shocking Night' are largely unrecorded, making it a somewhat obscure piece of silent film history.
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