Name: The Midnight Cabaret
Genre: Comedy, Short
Duration: 22 min
Rating: 6.5
Cast: Larry Semon, Kathleen Myers, Oliver Hardy

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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Despite his vocation as a waiter Larry is in love with the star of a review at a cabaret and, after the most insurmountable obstacles, he wins her.

Kathleen Myers and Larry Semon in The Midnight Cabaret (1923)

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Larry Semon in The Midnight Cabaret (1923)

Oliver Hardy, Kathleen Myers, and Larry Semon in The Midnight Cabaret (1923)

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