Wedding day kidnapping? In 1917? The chaos is already vintage.
A young man is about to marry; it is the dawn of his wedding morn. The bride-to-be is also present; but while she eagerly pursues preparations for the wedding, the bridegroom is kidnapped by a jealous cousin who is envious of his position as heir of a fortune.
Editing
Rapid-fire cutting builds comic tension in mere minutes.
Practical Effects
Physical comedy sells the kidnapping without dialogue.
Director
Al Christie
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Al Christie was a Canadian pioneer who produced hundreds of one- and two-reel comedies for Universal, defining early American screen comedy.
Betty Compson became a major star within two years of this; this tiny role was her stepping stone from vaudeville to Hollywood legend.
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