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The Hansom Cabman (1924) - Harry Langdon

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HomokHarcos:
The first half is classic Langdon: a confused innocent man being vamped by Madeline Hurlock. It makes for a good scenario and they are both perfect for the roles. Hurlock, of course, is just doing it for the money but Harry Langdon's family thinks he's cheating on his fiancee. The parts after in the cell and on the streets are both more fast paced gag-style comedy. Still a lot of fun, though. I'm surprised they got away with a clear drug reference when Harry gets high on opium. The end of the film where Langdon's face is put on a poster and the cops chase after him is in Buster Keaton territory.

metaldams:

--- Quote from: HomokHarcos on February 27, 2022, 06:47:16 PM ---I'm surprised they got away with a clear drug reference when Harry gets high on opium.

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