The Tiger

This short drama tells the story of a young woman who is being pursued by a persistent suitor. She tries to evade him by disguising herself as a tiger. The suitor, however, sees through her disguise and continues his pursuit.

As a silent short film from 1913, specific critical reception is scarce. However, the film was produced during a period of rapid growth in the film industry, and short dramas were popular entertainment. Its basic plot likely appealed to audiences of the era.

• Silent shorts from this era often relied on simple, melodramatic plots.

• The novelty of the disguise may have been a draw for audiences.

• The film represents an early example of narrative filmmaking.

Google audience: No specific audience reviews are available for this early silent film.

The concept of using animal disguises for comedic or dramatic effect was a trope explored in early cinema, though 'The Tiger's' specific intent as drama or comedy is not widely detailed.