A Clever Dummy
An inventor and his assistant build a robot that looks like their janitor, and everyone tries to profit off the invention.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1917 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Herman C. Raymaker |
| Runtime | 19 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 5.0/10 (3 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs a classic farce, relying on the simple yet brilliant premise of a mechanical double. It explores human greed through the lens of silent cinema, where physical humor and exaggerated expressions become the primary tools.
Those who tire of overly complicated plots will find joy in this cascade of gags, where the robot often outsmarts its greedy masters. What lingers after is a lighthearted reminder of life's simple, mechanical absurdities. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Herman C. Raymaker
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With a cup of tea on a bright afternoon, for a dose of vintage charm.
🎭 Cast
Ben Turpin
A Romantic Janitor
Chester Conklin
A Playful Property Man
Wallace Beery
Patrick Cohen - a Vaudeville Manager
Juanita Hansen
A Leading Lady
Claire Anderson
Tinker's Daughter - An Object of Affection
James Donnelly
Samuel Tinker - Her Inventive Father
James Delano
Clarence - His Interested Partner
Joseph Belmont
Bald Husband in Audience
Robert Milliken
Master of Ceremonies
Marvel Rea
Minor Role
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