Thomas Bates, Jr. brings his father a long bill at the first of every month," calls his father a grouch and criticizes his old-fashioned business methods.


Is the 1925 silent comedy New Brooms worth your time in the age of modern corporate satire? Short answer: yes, but only if you enjoy watching a smug 'nepo baby' get his ego systematically dismantled by the harsh realities of a balance sheet.This film is specifically for viewers who appreciate the cynical wit of William...

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

William C. de Mille

William C. de Mille
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"Is the 1925 silent comedy New Brooms worth your time in the age of modern corporate satire? Short answer: yes, but only if you enjoy watching a smug 'nepo baby' get his ego systematically dismantled by the harsh realities of a balance sheet.This film is specifically for viewers who appreciate the cynical wit of William C. deMille and the expressive range of Bessie Love; it is certainly not for those looking for the high-octane spectacle usually associated with the deMille name.The Verdict at a G..."
Frank Craven, Clara Beranger
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