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Release Year1913
Runtime0h 10m
LanguageNo Language
CertificationNR
GenresComedy
Votes1
Director—
Writers—
TypeFeature Film
Rating7.0 out of 10
Cast3 credited
Also Known AsA Successful Failure
About A Successful Failure
Ray and Roy Cheep are both in love with the charming manicurist, but each is unaware of his brother's "affairs." The lady, however, encourages both of them. The two boys are hard up, but live in hopes of their rich uncle loosening up with a substantial allowance. Finally the uncle tells them that he will give $1,000 to the one who marries first. They each go off for a license and a minister, but when they arrive at Miss Charmer's house they find her about to go out with uncle. The next day then each receive a check for $1,000, which helps to console them for the loss of the charming lady.
Directed by —, A Successful Failure leans on a strong ensemble — Dolores Cassinelli, Wallace Beery, Billy Mason — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about comedy titles of 1913.
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