Neal is so forgetful that he forgets it is his wedding day, and he is in the church as a spectator. Edna, his bride-to-be, spots him and they are married.

Should you spend your time on this century-old short? Short answer: Yes, but only if you are a devotee of silent-era slapstick who values historical rhythm over narrative logic. It is not a masterpiece, but it is a fascinating artifact of early 1920s pacing.This film is for the cinema historian and the fan of the 'Chri...

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"Should you spend your time on this century-old short? Short answer: Yes, but only if you are a devotee of silent-era slapstick who values historical rhythm over narrative logic. It is not a masterpiece, but it is a fascinating artifact of early 1920s pacing.This film is for the cinema historian and the fan of the 'Christie Comedy' style of domestic chaos. It is definitely not for those who find the 'stupid husband' trope grating or who require a film to have a grounded, realistic emotional core...."
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