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Let's Get a Divorce
A bit too immature for marriage, Cyprienne allows her pretty head to be turned by an egotistical fop. The girl demands that her husband Prunelles grant her a divorce, but he devises a scheme to bring her back into the matrimonial fold.
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Plot Summary
This silent comedy short features Billy West as a man contemplating divorce. The film explores the humorous complications and misunderstandings that arise from his decision, involving his wife and a lawyer. It culminates in a typically chaotic but comedic resolution.
Critical Reception
As a short silent film from 1918, contemporary critical reviews are scarce and not widely archived. However, films of this era starring Billy West and featuring Oliver Hardy were generally produced for broad, popular entertainment and were considered lighthearted comedies.
What Reviewers Say
A typical comedic romp from the silent film era.
Features early comedic performances from its cast.
Represents the lighthearted entertainment popular in the 1910s.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this extremely old short film is not available.
Fun Fact
This short film is notable for featuring a young Oliver Hardy, who would later become famous as one half of the iconic comedy duo Laurel and Hardy.
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