The plot has Ben Turpin as the prince of a mythical country who is being forced to wed a princess not of his choosing. In 1947, an outfit headed by J.
Is When a Man's a Prince worth watching today? Short answer: yes, but with significant caveats. This 1947 re-edited Mack Sennett short, starring the inimitable Ben Turpin, is less a standalone cinematic experience and more a fascinating archaeological dig into the foundations of American comedy. It's a film for ardent ...
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"Is When a Man's a Prince worth watching today? Short answer: yes, but with significant caveats. This 1947 re-edited Mack Sennett short, starring the inimitable Ben Turpin, is less a standalone cinematic experience and more a fascinating archaeological dig into the foundations of American comedy. It's a film for ardent cinephiles, historians of slapstick, and those with a deep appreciation for the silent era's unique charm, particularly the physical brilliance of its stars. If you’re seeking a mo..."
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Clarence Hennecke, Reed Heustis, Mack Sennett, Al Giebler, George Green, Jefferson Moffitt, Harry McCoy, Vernon Smith
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