Fanny, the mule, is beaten by the tough sheriff who has the pretty girl in his power. She appeals to the chivalry of Slim, who remonstrates with the brute, but to no avail.
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The Verdict: A Charming, If Dusty, Slice of Early SlapstickIf you are looking for the sophisticated narrative structures of the late silent era, you won't find them in Why Mules Leave Home. However, if you have ten minutes to spare and an interest in the origins of physical comedy, this 1913 short is absolutely worth y...
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"The Verdict: A Charming, If Dusty, Slice of Early SlapstickIf you are looking for the sophisticated narrative structures of the late silent era, you won't find them in Why Mules Leave Home. However, if you have ten minutes to spare and an interest in the origins of physical comedy, this 1913 short is absolutely worth your time. It is primarily for those who appreciate the 'rough and tumble' era of cinema—before the polish of the 1920s set in. Fans of Slim Summerville will enjoy seeing him in his..."
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