The Rat's Knuckles
Charley Chase is a hapless inventor with a better mouse trap in this silent comedy from 1925.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1925 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Leo McCarey |
| Runtime | 11 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.8/10 (2 votes) |
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The director constructs the comedy on the clash between the inventor's grand ambitions and the disastrous outcomes of his work. It relies on silent-era vocabulary—slapstick, chase sequences, and clever prop-based gags—while exploring the ironic archetype of a 'genius' whose creation solves a problem no one asked for.
Those who tire of overly complicated plots will find joy in this straightforward, visually inventive romp. What lingers after the final reel is the charming futility of it all and the timeless appeal of a man defeated by his own design. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Leo McCarey
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Best enjoyed with a light heart and an appreciation for silent-era physical humor.
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