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Broken Laws
Ignoring the advice of her husband, a mother indulges her son's every wish and demand all throughout his childhood. By the time she realizes her treatment of her son has spoiled him almost beyond belief, he is on trial for manslaughter.
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Plot Summary
In this silent comedy short, Charlie Chase plays a young man who is trying to make his way in the city. He gets a job as a delivery boy and falls in love with a beautiful young woman. However, their romance is threatened by a scheming landlord who wants to evict them.
Critical Reception
As a silent short film from 1924, "Broken Laws" is not widely reviewed by modern critics. However, it is generally appreciated by fans of early silent comedy for its slapstick humor and Charlie Chase's comedic timing. It's considered a representative example of the type of shorts produced during the era.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its classic silent comedy slapstick.
Charlie Chase's energetic performance is a highlight.
A charming example of early 20th-century short filmmaking.
Google audience: Audience reception for "Broken Laws" is difficult to gauge directly as it is an older, lesser-known silent film. However, general sentiment from viewers who appreciate classic comedy often points to the humor and the nostalgic value of such shorts.
Fun Fact
Charlie Chase, also known as Charles Parrott, was a prolific actor, director, and comedian who starred in over 250 films, primarily shorts, and also directed many films for Laurel and Hardy.
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