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1926 | Not Rated | 83 minutes | DCP | English Intertitles | Click Title for Details
This madcap farce stars the king of the double-take, Edward Everett Horton, as a henpecked husband who is desperately trying to close a contract to please his boss. When his wife, played by the equally adept Laura La Plante, is unable to attend an all-important business dinner he hires a woman to play her. But she turns out to be married to an insanely jealous boxer!
A silent film has no synchronized recorded sound or dialogue. Words are conveyed through stylized gestures, pantomime and title cards. Technology for synchronized dialogue was only made practical in the late 1920s. By 1930 "talkies" became more and more commonplace. Popular production of silent films ceased shortly thereafter.
We are proud to screen some timeless and historic masterpieces. These wonderful screen gems are enhanced by live piano accompaniment from Cleveland native David Drazin, an accomplished virtuoso with a talent for playing off the cuff. David selects the perfect piece from his impressive mental repertoire to heighten the viewing experience for our audience. In addition to knowing just the right thing to play for any silent film imaginable, David is also an expert in jazz, classical, blues, and boogie-woogie. Having his talent truly makes our Silent September Series something to behold. Come share in the experience!
