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A Country Hero

1917 · 20 min Comedy
5.5 / 10 · TMDB

Fatty plays a village blacksmith in “Jazzville,” an imaginary rural village. There is a rivalry between Fatty and Cy Klone, the garage owner, over the affections of a pretty schoolteacher. A city chap unites the two rivals when he tries to steal the girl. An annual village ball features amateur talent in vaudeville stunts with Keaton as a wriggling Fatima who charms a long black stocking from a cigar box like a snake. The film is presumed lost.

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Year 1917
Country United States of America
Genre Comedy
Director Roscoe Arbuckle
Runtime 20 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.5/10 (2 votes)

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The film constructs a classic rivalry plot, contrasting rural simplicity with urban slyness, relying on the era's beloved comedic archetypes and physical gags. It explores familiar territory of silent slapstick with energetic set pieces.

What lingers after viewing is the cheerful spirit of early film comedy, where playful stunts and lighthearted mischief take center stage. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Roscoe Arbuckle

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Perfect for a lazy afternoon, enjoyed as a cheerful slice of silent-era fun.

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