Mr. Jones’ Burglar
Watch TrailerMr. Jones stays out late playing poker with his buddies. While he's gone, a burglar starts to break into his home. Mr. Jones arrives home just in time to catch him. Instead of calling for the police, he restages the capture in an overdramatic fashion and makes sure his wife sees it. She is so grateful she forgets to be mad at him for staying out so late.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1909 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy, Crime |
| Director | D.W. Griffith |
| Runtime | 6 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 1.0/10 (1 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its comedy from the clever restaging of a domestic incident, relying on silent-era pantomime to sell the husband's theatrical heroism. It explores a simple, universal desire to avoid marital conflict through a performative solution.
What lingers after the film is the charm of a straightforward, mischievous gag executed with silent film innocence. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: D.W. Griffith
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With a smile, for a bit of silent-era whimsy.
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