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Tropical Love
In San Juan, Puerto Rico, The Drifter, young and educated, and The Seeker, old and feeble-minded, meet and form a partnership. The Seeker meets Rosario, unaware that she is his daughter, left there 20 years previously when his mind was affected by a tropical storm that killed his wife and wrecked his home. Rosario is deeded land belonging to her father and is about to sell it to Clifford Fayne when The Seeker discovers gold there and urges her to desist. Fayne lures her to a cabin and tries to force her to sign the bill of sale; The Drifter and her father rescue her; the father is mortally wounded but lives long enough to learn that Rosario is his daughter and that she will be happy with The Drifter.
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Plot Summary
A young man travels to a tropical island in search of a lost treasure, only to find himself entangled in a series of comedic misadventures. He encounters a beautiful woman and a rival treasure hunter, leading to a chaotic pursuit of riches and romance.
Critical Reception
As an early silent short comedy, "Tropical Love" is primarily remembered for its slapstick humor and the performances of its cast, particularly Charley Chase. It represents a typical example of the lighthearted, escapist fare produced during the silent era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its energetic slapstick and charming performances.
Appreciated as a lighthearted and amusing silent comedy short.
Seen as a representative example of early comedic filmmaking.
Google audience: Audience reviews for this early silent short are scarce, but it is generally viewed as a charming and entertaining piece of comedic history.
Fun Fact
This film marked one of Leo McCarey's earliest directorial efforts before he went on to direct acclaimed features like 'Duck Soup' and 'An Affair to Remember'.
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