A Perfect Crime
Wally Griggs is your classic meek, mild bank messenger, destined to a threadbare life of earning 63 dollars a month. At least this is what he seems to be. But when he's not working Griggs is the dashing James Brown, an adventurer and storyteller who is familiar with bank president Halliday. A publisher, fascinated by Brown's wild tales, offers him a deal. Griggs also uses his alter ego to help Mary Oliver, the girl her loves.
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Plot Summary
A young man, eager to impress his sweetheart and her father, devises a scheme to rob a bank. However, his elaborate plan quickly goes awry, leading to a series of comical mishaps and a chaotic chase. The story culminates in an unexpected and humorous resolution, testing the protagonist's ingenuity and his lady love's patience.
Critical Reception
As a silent short comedy from the early 1920s, "A Perfect Crime" was likely received positively by contemporary audiences for its lighthearted humor and the physical comedy characteristic of Harold Lloyd's work. Critical reviews from this era are scarce, but the film is generally seen as a minor but enjoyable entry in Lloyd's prolific output.
What Reviewers Say
- Mildred Davis is charming as Harold's love interest.
- Harold Lloyd's signature physical comedy is on full display.
- A lighthearted and amusing short film representative of its era.
Google audience: Audience reviews for this early silent short are not widely available. However, films from this period featuring Harold Lloyd were typically enjoyed for their straightforward humor and relatable characters.
Fun Fact
This short film was produced by Al Christie, an early pioneer of comedy filmmaking, and featured Mildred Davis, who would later become Harold Lloyd's wife and frequent co-star.
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