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Stage Fright (1923)

1923-10-20 · 20m · EN
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Author Fawn Ochletree stages a charity performance of her latest play, a Romanesque epic. The gang and other neighborhood kids are forced into starring in the play, much to the chagrin of the gang. They are completely unable to remember their lines, and struggle with maintaing their composure during the more serious moments of the melodrama. Finally, Jackie sets off a slew of firecrackers as the finale, scaring all involved.

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Robert F. McGowanDirector

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Joe CobbJoe CobbJoeSunshine Sammy MorrisonSunshine Sammy MorrisonErnieJackie CondonJackie CondonJackieMickey DanielsMickey DanielsMickeyJack DavisJack DavisJackMary KornmanMary KornmanMaryAllen 'Farina' HoskinsAllen 'Farina' HoskinsFarinaClara GuiolClara GuiolPlay Director

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Silent filmShort film

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Genre affinityComedy · FamilyTheme affinitySilent Film · Short FilmDialogue densityComedyPacingShortEmotional intensityFamilyDirector preference359057

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What is Stage Fright about?

Author Fawn Ochletree stages a charity performance of her latest play, a Romanesque epic. The gang and other neighborhood kids are forced into starring in the play, much to the chagrin of the gang. They are completely unable to remember their lines, and struggle with maintaing their composure during the more serious moments of the melodrama. Finally, Jackie sets off a slew of firecrackers as the finale, scaring all involved.

How long is Stage Fright?

Stage Fright has a runtime of 20 minutes.