His Extra Bit
His Extra Bit

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His Extra Bit

1918
Movie
10 min
English

The Reid family is in a squabble over buying bonds, when the family cook tells them that even the family servants buy bonds. A fund-raising short for the United States Fourth Liberty Loan Drive in World War I.

Insights

Director: UnknownGenres: Short, Comedy

Plot Summary

This short silent comedy likely involved a humorous situation arising from an unexpected addition or complication in someone's life. Details are scarce, but the title suggests a comedic twist on an ordinary scenario, perhaps involving a romantic entanglement or a mistaken identity.

Critical Reception

As a short silent film from 1918, contemporary critical reception is not widely documented or easily accessible. Such films were often reviewed briefly in local papers or trade publications of the era, and comprehensive reviews comparable to modern standards are rare.

What Reviewers Say

  • Likely a lighthearted comedic short typical of the era.

  • Humor probably relied on physical comedy and simple situational gags.

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Fun Fact

Films from this era often had their endings or specific plot points altered for different regional releases or to satisfy censorship boards, meaning the version viewed in one city might differ significantly from another.

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