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Drummer’s Vacation
A traveling man is vacationing at a summer resort kept by a farmer and his wife, and falls in love with a rich widow. The spooning of the two gets on the farmer's nerves, and he tries in various ways to discourage them. Twice, peeking through the window, he finds the flirtatious drummer making a fuss over his own wife, and when he rushes in he finds that the widow has returned and is occupying the drummer's attention. He gets his shotgun and tries to scare the drummer with it, but his wife takes it away from him and stands guard over him while she makes him do the kitchen work.
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Plot Summary
A traveling drummer attempts to find a peaceful place to rest and practice his drumming, but is repeatedly interrupted by various characters and chaotic situations. His quest for quiet leads him through a series of comedic encounters and mishaps. The film culminates in a grand, noisy finale that underscores the difficulty of finding solitude.
Critical Reception
As a very early silent comedy short, 'Drummer's Vacation' was primarily enjoyed for its slapstick humor and fast-paced gags typical of the Keystone Studios era. Contemporary reviews, though scarce by modern standards, would have likely praised its energetic performances and comedic timing.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its energetic and physical comedy.
A typical example of early Keystone Studios slapstick.
Features entertaining, albeit chaotic, chase sequences.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this early silent short is not available.
Fun Fact
Mack Sennett, the director and a star of this film, was a pioneer of slapstick comedy and founded the Keystone Film Company, which launched the careers of many famous comedians.
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