Lupino Lane gets a telegram from uncle that he will receive no more money, and decides it's cheaper to move than to pay rent -- my grandfather was of the same opinion -- and proceeds to move his furniture, including a baby grand piano in this silly thrill comedy.

It's Lane in his Percy character -- tophat, glasses on a string, and spit curl -- that he used frequently throughout the silent era. He was one of the best of the acrobatic comics of the era, able to run upside down and bring inanimate objects to life. He continued to work for decades, particularly in his stage hit , ME AND MY GIRL.

The slapstick comedy subgenre, a term that originates from a type of wooden paddle with a hinged flap that was used in early comedic performances to create slapping noises during comedic actions, is a form of physical comedy characterized by exaggerated, boisterous, and often absurd actions, situations, and physical interactions. Slapstick humor relies on visual gags, physical stunts, and exaggerated movements to create laughs.

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The comedy genre refers to a category of entertainment that aims to amuse and entertain audiences by using humor, wit, and comedic situations. Comedies are created with the primary intention of eliciting laughter and providing lighthearted enjoyment. They encompass a wide range of styles, tones, and themes, appealing to various tastes and audiences.

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The short form refers to creative works characterized by their brevity and concise storytelling. Unlike full-length feature films, short films have a running time of less than 45 minutes, while TV shorts have a running time of less than 22 minutes.

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A young man faces perilous adventures when he is evicted from his apartment.

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