What Happened to the Inquisitive Janitor
Pathé film number 380, released as "What Happened to the Inquisitive Janitor" in the US and as "Peeping Tom" in the UK. The title "What is Seen Through a Keyhole" was given 'a posteriori' and should not be regarded as its original. As a janitor is cleaning a hotel, he decides to peek through the keyholes to observe some of the guests in their rooms. In room 8, a woman is busy making herself look more attractive, and the janitor enjoys watching her. There are also some interesting things going on in the other rooms on the floor.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Par le trou de la serrure |
| Year | 1901 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Ferdinand Zecca |
| Runtime | 2 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.2/10 (29 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its comedic premise on simple, universal human curiosity, relying on a fixed frame and the character's point of view as its primary engaging device.
What lingers after viewing is an amusing and slightly risqué glimpse behind hotel room doors, captured with the straightforward humor characteristic of early cinema. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Ferdinand Zecca
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A light watch for a short break, best enjoyed with a smile and no overthinking.
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