Tis an Ill Wind That Blows No Good
Out-of-work, Tim steals a sandwich, then knocks out the policeman who chases him. He changes into the policeman's uniform, and is approached by a wife who needs help with her drunken husband.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1909 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | D.W. Griffith |
| Runtime | 10 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 2.5/10 (1 votes) |
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The short film constructs a simple yet effective moral fable, exploring desperation and the absurdity of assumed authority through pantomime and expressive performances. It relies on visual storytelling to critique social contrasts of the era.
What lingers after viewing is the efficiency of the narrative—a complete, thought-provoking vignette where comedy underscores a sharper social observation. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: D.W. Griffith
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With a cup of tea on a quiet evening, like a brief anecdote from a old newspaper.
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