Pay or Move
Pay or Move

Pay or Move

1924Movie23 minEnglish

Monty is trying to collect rent from a couple of tough deadbeats who have made a sport of beating rent collectors.

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Director: Robert F. HillGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

This short silent comedy follows a man who is desperate to avoid eviction from his apartment. He attempts various schemes to come up with the rent money, leading to a series of humorous and chaotic situations. The film culminates in an unexpected resolution to his financial woes.

Critical Reception

As a short silent comedy from 1924, "Pay or Move" is not widely reviewed by modern critics. Its reception was likely positive within its contemporary audience, appreciated for its lighthearted humor and slapstick elements typical of the era's short films.

What Reviewers Say

  • A typical example of early 20th-century short film comedy.
  • Features light, situational humor and mild slapstick.
  • Appreciated for its simple, escapist entertainment.

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Fun Fact

Silent film shorts like 'Pay or Move' were often B-side features in movie theaters, shown alongside a main feature film, newsreels, and cartoons.

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