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Barnyard Rivals
"He [Walter Lantz] and Tiny Ward are the two comics who are crazy about their visitor from the city, the very decorative Peggy Shaw. As they are rivals in love they are constantly up to all sorts of tricks which every now and then show a tinge of humor." - Review from Motion Picture News
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Plot Summary
In this silent comedy short, a farmer's son tries to impress the daughter of a wealthy landowner, leading to a series of comedic misunderstandings and rivalries. The son must overcome obstacles and the disapproval of the landowner to win the heart of his beloved.
Critical Reception
As a silent short from 1928, 'Barnyard Rivals' received limited contemporary critical review. However, it is generally regarded as a typical example of the slapstick comedies popular during the silent film era, appreciated for its physical humor and straightforward narrative.
What Reviewers Say
A lighthearted and amusing silent comedy.
Features classic slapstick humor typical of its era.
Simple plot driven by physical gags and character interactions.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this historical silent film is not available. Audience reception would have been through direct cinema attendance and word-of-mouth in its original release.
Fun Fact
Silent film comedian Al St. John, who stars in 'Barnyard Rivals', was the nephew of legendary silent film star Fatty Arbuckle and also worked as a writer and director in addition to his acting career.
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