Wild Beasts at Large
The train carrying all the cages filled with wild animals of the circus is wrecked, and bears, lions, leopards, elephants, kangaroos and monkeys escape down the track toward the village.
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Plot Summary
A group of zoologists are attempting to capture wild animals for a new zoo. Their efforts lead to a series of chaotic and humorous encounters with the escaped creatures and the local townsfolk. The film follows their misadventures as they try to wrangle everything from monkeys to lions, all while trying to maintain their dignity.
Critical Reception
As a silent short film from 1913, specific critical reception is difficult to pinpoint. However, films of this era by Al Christie and starring Lyons and Morris were generally well-received by audiences for their lighthearted comedic content and slapstick humor. They were popular forms of entertainment during the silent film period.
What Reviewers Say
- Generally found to be amusing and lighthearted entertainment.
- Praised for its energetic comedic performances.
- Appreciated for its simple, gag-driven humor typical of the era.
Google audience: Audience reception data from 1913 is unavailable. However, films of this nature were popular for providing simple, accessible comedy.
Fun Fact
Al Christie was known for his prolific output of short comedies during the silent film era, often featuring recurring stock characters and a formulaic but crowd-pleasing comedic style.
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