The Divorce Dodger

In "The Divorce Dodger," the marital woes of Billy Bevan's character take a decidedly farcical turn when his estranged wife enlists the services of a notoriously conniving divorce attorney. This legal shark, rather than pursuing conventional avenues, devises an elaborate scheme to ensnare Bevan in a fabricated affair with his unsuspecting secretary, Thelma Hill, thereby manufacturing the necessary evidence for a swift and financially advantageous divorce. The narrative thus becomes a comedic tightrope walk, with Bevan unwittingly navigating a labyrinth of staged encounters and misinterpretations designed to seal his fate, all while the lawyer meticulously orchestrates his downfall from the shadows. It's a classic setup for a silent-era romp where innocence is mistaken for infidelity, and the pursuit of legal leverage spirals into delightful chaos.