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Gavroche veut faire un riche mariage
Gavroche lives by his wit, so when he reads an ad, which tells that a rich American girl will marry the man who can cause her to experience the greatest thrill or sensation, he puts his mental ingenuity working, and he conceives a plan to win. He calls at her address and sees two suitors try and fail. He then goes to a menagerie, where he buys two lions. With these he returns and enters the office where the contract is to be signed if he should prove the victor. All flee before Gavroche and his lions, all but the heiress, who flies into his arms begging protection. Thus it is that he caused her the greatest emotion or thrill and she gladly names him victor and husband-to-be.
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Plot Summary
This short silent film, likely a comedy, appears to center around a character named Gavroche who desires to make a wealthy marriage. The plot would likely involve his attempts and the humorous situations that arise from his pursuit of a rich bride.
Critical Reception
As a silent short film from 1912, specific critical reception data is not readily available. Such films were often evaluated for their entertainment value and technical novelty at the time of release.
What Reviewers Say
Likely a lighthearted comedic short.
A product of early silent cinema.
Focuses on a character's social aspirations.
Google audience: No specific audience reviews are available for this early silent film.
Fun Fact
The character of Gavroche is famously known from Victor Hugo's novel 'Les Misérables', suggesting this film might be a lighthearted, unrelated adaptation or inspired by the popular character's name.
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