Those Awful Hats (1909) is a witty, three-minute silent comedy by D.W. Griffith that humorously critiques the "hat culture" of the time. Set in a movie theater, it follows frustrated viewers struggling to see the screen as extravagant hats block their view. Griffith uses slapstick humor and a "screen inside a screen" effect, making the audience feel like they're part of the theater crowd. Featuring clever visual gags and an amusing direct message to the audience, this short film is a lighthearted piece of early cinema with a satirical edge.
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