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Movie poster: The Merry Jail (1917)
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The Merry Jail

1917 · 48 min Comedy
6.4 / 10 · TMDB

A neglected wife disguises herself in order to lure her wastrel husband into a compromising position.

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Original Title Das fidele Gefängnis
Year 1917
Country Germany
Genre Comedy
Director Ernst Lubitsch
Runtime 48 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.4/10 (12 votes)

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Lubitsch constructs the farce on the playful inversion of social roles and the pursuit of freedom within constraints. He relies on visual wit and brisk editing to explore marital discord through a lens of mischievous charm.

What lingers after the final reel is the delight of a clever charade, executed with a silent era's precise physical comedy. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Ernst Lubitsch

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Perfect for a bright afternoon, enjoyed as a playful silent romp.

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