Tomboy
Tomboy

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Tomboy

1914
Movie
0
Russian

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Director: Henry EdwardsGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

A tomboyish young girl named Billie often gets into trouble due to her adventurous and mischievous nature. She prefers playing with boys and engaging in rough activities, leading to humorous situations and conflicts with societal expectations for girls of her time. Her spirited personality, however, also showcases her independence and determination.

Critical Reception

As a silent short film from 1914, critical reception is difficult to ascertain through modern standards. However, films of this era were generally reviewed for their entertainment value and comedic timing, which 'Tomboy' likely provided.

What Reviewers Say

  • A lighthearted comedy typical of early cinema.

  • Features a spirited young protagonist in a role that defied some conventional norms.

  • Showcases simple, family-friendly humor suitable for the era.

Google audience: Due to the film's age, there are no contemporary Google user reviews available to summarize.

Fun Fact

This short film is one of the earliest known cinematic appearances for actor James Bernard, who would later become a prolific figure in British film and theatre.

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