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All Night Long

1924 · 19 min Comedy War
7.5 / 10 · TMDB

A weary conscript named Johnny, desperate for a full night's sleep before morning reveille, finds his barracks besieged by a cascade of absurd nocturnal disruptions. From a surprise inspection and a farmer's errant goose to impromptu musical performances by his fellow soldiers, each attempt to bury his head under the pillow triggers a fresh, more ridiculous ordeal. The classic farce unfolds against the backdrop of military routine, where every creak and whisper threatens to shatter his precious slumber.

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Year 1924
Country United States of America
Genre Comedy, War
Director Harry Edwards
Runtime 19 min.
Rating TMDB: 7.5/10 (2 votes)

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This 1924 silent comedy expertly utilizes the confined space of the barracks, transforming it into a universal stage for eccentric gags and pantomime. The film relies on pure rhythm and the physical expressiveness of its actors, where every door slam and bunk creak contributes to the cumulative comic effect.

What lingers after the final reel is a charming appreciation for how silent cinema, with minimal sets, crafts such a tight and dynamic story about a universal human desire—simply to sleep. It's a fine reminder that the humor of military life often springs from its inherent absurdity. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Harry Edwards

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The drowsy tension of the barracks, punctuated by whispers and sudden eruptions of chaos.

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