The Star Boarder
Larry's absurdly plush life of ease as a convict comes to an end when his sentence is up. Tossed out, he tries several ways, including a stickup to get back in the comfortable jail. Exchanging clothes with a lookalike escaped prisoner, he goes back, only to find he's to be hung. Now desperate to leave again, he joins other cons in a jailbreak.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1919 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Crime, Comedy |
| Director | Larry Semon |
| Runtime | 20 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.0/10 (2 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The short film constructs a sharp satire on the penal system, where incarceration becomes a coveted refuge. It relies on visual gags and escalating absurdity to explore a protagonist who views freedom as a downgrade.
What lingers after the final gag is a clever inversion of the escape narrative—the real prison might just be the comfort of routine. The chase concludes with a wry smile at institutional absurdity. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Larry Semon
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With a relaxed smile, ready for silent-era slapstick and a twist on the classic prison break tale.
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