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The Work Habit
After a lifetime of hard work, Dad consents to live with his married daughter in the city. The young couple try to make him forget work. Ill at ease under his enforced idleness, he makes a deal with a disabled old street cleaner to keep his job. Finding him out, the young folks give in, and it's "back to the farm" for Dad.
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Plot Summary
This early silent comedy short film likely focused on humorous situations arising from a character's reluctance or unconventional approach to work, a common theme in the nascent film industry.
Critical Reception
As a very early silent short from 1913, specific critical reception is not readily available in modern databases. Films of this era were often reviewed briefly in trade publications or local newspapers, and such reviews are now difficult to access. Its primary historical significance lies in its place within the development of early cinema.
What Reviewers Say
Likely offered simple, physical humor typical of early comedies.
Contributed to the growing popularity of short-form narrative entertainment.
Reflects the nascent stage of filmmaking technology and storytelling.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews is unavailable for this film due to its age.
Fun Fact
Films from 1913, like 'The Work Habit,' were often shot on primitive nitrate film stock, which is highly flammable and prone to decomposition, making preservation a significant challenge for surviving prints.
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