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Put up Your Hands
Unconventional Olive Barton shocks her aunt when she stages a boxing match during a tea for the new minister. When Olive's father is called West to attend to some mining interests, Olive sneaks into his private car and accompanies him. Arriving in the West, they meet Leonard Hewitt, a young mining engineer, and his partner "Highball" Hazelitt. Even though Olive mistakes them for bandits, she falls in love with Leonard. Olive turns the saloon into a successful gymnasium, manages to foil a conspiracy against her father's mine, and wins the love of Leonard.
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Plot Summary
In this silent comedy short, a hapless cowboy attempts to woo a saloon owner's daughter while tangling with a formidable sheriff. His efforts are fraught with slapstick mishaps and chaotic encounters. The film follows his clumsy journey through a series of escalating comedic predicaments.
Critical Reception
As an early Harold Lloyd silent comedy, 'Put up Your Hands' is generally regarded as a charming and entertaining short film that showcases Lloyd's developing physical comedy style. While not as famous as his later features, it is appreciated for its energetic performances and classic comedic gags.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for Harold Lloyd's early comedic talent.
Features classic slapstick humor typical of the era.
A lighthearted and entertaining silent short.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the enduring appeal of Harold Lloyd's physical comedy and the nostalgic charm of this early work.
Fun Fact
This short film is notable for being one of Harold Lloyd's early works before he developed his iconic 'glasses' persona, though elements of his future physical comedy are already evident.
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