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Movie poster: They Would Elope (1909)
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They Would Elope

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1909 · 8 min Comedy
5.1 / 10 · TMDB

Two lovers elope and expect to be pursued by her father. But the clever father has tricked them into running off, and celebrates their wedding when they return home.

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Year 1909
Country United States of America
Genre Comedy
Director D.W. Griffith
Runtime 8 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.1/10 (4 votes)

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The film constructs its humorous premise on the stark contrast between the lovers' frantic perceptions and the father's clever orchestration. It relies on simple, effective visual storytelling to build anticipation before the delightful reveal.

What lingers after the final scene is the charm of a benign trick that celebrates love rather than obstructing it. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: D.W. Griffith

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