Charley and his new bride have a house, but no food nor money. He tries to steal some milk form the neighbor's porch, but the attempt fails.
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Is Motor Trouble a forgotten gem of the silent era or a relic that should have stayed lost? Short answer: No, it is not a must-watch for everyone, but it serves as a fascinating, if frustrating, time capsule for those obsessed with the mechanics of early 20th-century slapstick.This film is for the cinematic archaeologi...


Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

Scott Pembroke

Charley Chase
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"Is Motor Trouble a forgotten gem of the silent era or a relic that should have stayed lost? Short answer: No, it is not a must-watch for everyone, but it serves as a fascinating, if frustrating, time capsule for those obsessed with the mechanics of early 20th-century slapstick.This film is for the cinematic archaeologist who wants to see the raw, unpolished roots of the 'fake it until you make it' trope. It is absolutely not for modern audiences who demand tight pacing or a protagonist who isn't..."

