A wife is tired of her husband (Ben Turpin) ignoring her to go hunting so she runs off with one of his friends..


Is The Wild Goose Chaser worth watching today? Short answer: yes, but with significant caveats that depend entirely on your cinematic palate. This film is an essential watch for silent comedy aficionados, film historians, and anyone keen to observe the nascent directorial touches of Frank Capra, but it will likely prov...

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"Is The Wild Goose Chaser worth watching today? Short answer: yes, but with significant caveats that depend entirely on your cinematic palate. This film is an essential watch for silent comedy aficionados, film historians, and anyone keen to observe the nascent directorial touches of Frank Capra, but it will likely prove a challenging, perhaps even tedious, experience for those accustomed to contemporary comedic rhythms and narrative structures. It’s a film that demands context, patience, and a g..."
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Felix Adler, Frank Capra, Al Giebler
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