Le fusil de Little Moritz
Le fusil de Little Moritz

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Le fusil de Little Moritz

1911
Movie
6 min
English

Little Moritz gets a rifle that shoots little darts from hs father and immediately uses to it break windows and cause messes.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: J. Searle DawleyGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

In this silent short comedy, a bumbling thief named Little Moritz attempts to steal a valuable rifle. His plans are consistently thwarted by his own clumsiness and the unexpected interference of others, leading to a series of comical mishaps. The film follows Moritz through his various failed attempts, culminating in an anticlimactic and humorous resolution.

Critical Reception

As an early silent comedy, 'Le fusil de Little Moritz' was likely appreciated for its slapstick humor and lighthearted entertainment typical of the era. While specific critical reviews from its time are scarce, films of this nature were generally well-received by audiences seeking simple, visual gags and escapism.

What Reviewers Say

  • Simple, effective slapstick humor.

  • Relies on physical comedy and visual gags.

  • A lighthearted and amusing short film of its time.

Google audience: Information regarding specific audience reviews for 'Le fusil de Little Moritz' on Google is not readily available due to its age and the nature of early film distribution and reception tracking.

Fun Fact

This film is part of the 'Little Moritz' series, which featured actor John Bunny in a series of short comedies as the titular character, known for his comedic mishaps and exaggerated performances.

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