The Thieving Hand
A one-armed street peddler notices that a well-to-do man has dropped his ring. He returns it to him. The wealthy man is very grateful and, to show his appreciation, takes the peddler to a 'Limb Store', where he buys him a new arm. The recipient soon discovers that this new arm has a will of its own - causing him considerable embarrassment.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1908 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | J. Stuart Blackton |
| Runtime | 6 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.5/10 (30 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The film constructs its comedy on a simple yet brilliant fantastical premise, relying on silent visual gags and physical humor. It explores the theme of losing control over a part of oneself, turning it into a series of escalating, mischievous incidents.
What lingers after the final frame is the charm of early cinematic imagination and the timeless humor of a man wrestling with his own rebellious limb. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: J. Stuart Blackton
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With your morning coffee, for a dose of lighthearted, silent-era absurdity.
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