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The Curtain Pole Plot

An upper class drawing room. A gentleman breaks the curtain pole and goes in search of a replacement, but he stops into a pub first. He buys a very long pole, and causes havoc everywhere he passes, accumulating an ever-growing entourage chasing him, until he escapes them through a bit of movie magic, only to discover that the pole has already been replaced.

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  • 3/5
By Sha Shewakar

The Curtain Pole (1909) is a delightful silent comedy directed by D.W. Griffith that masterfully blends humor with everyday situations. In this 10-minute film, a young man attempts to impress a girl but inadvertently causes chaos while helping her father fix a curtain pole. The comedic misunderstandings and mishaps arise from his well-intentioned but clumsy actions, showcasing Griffith's talent for physical comedy.

Featuring prominent silent film actors like Mack Sennett and Marion Leonard, the film effectively utilizes exaggerated expressions and slapstick humor, a hallmark of the era. Griffith creatively employs various cinematic techniques, including innovative editing, rapid cuts, and...

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