Too Much Speed

In this silent comedy, a young man from a small town attempts to win the affection of a wealthy young woman by participating in a dangerous cross-country automobile race. Facing numerous obstacles and sabotage from a rival suitor, he must rely on his wits and driving skills to overcome the challenges and prove his worth. The film is a fast-paced adventure filled with car chases and romantic entanglements.

As a silent comedy from the early 1920s, contemporary critical reception is difficult to pinpoint with modern metrics. However, films of this nature were generally intended for light entertainment and often received mild reviews focusing on their comedic elements and action sequences. It is considered a minor work in the filmography of William Wellman, who would later achieve greater fame with more dramatic films.

• Generally lighthearted comedic adventure.

• Typical silent film pacing and humor.

• Relies on action and chase sequences for entertainment.

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William Wellman, who directed this film, was also a pilot and served in World War I, experiences that would later influence his more serious cinematic works like 'Wings' and 'The Public Enemy'.