Rips and Rushes
Originally released in 1917. Rips and Rushes is a comedy film. directed by Larry Semon. At just 14 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Hughie Mack, Jimmy Aubrey, and Alice Mann
Synopsis
While Larry Semon does not star in Rips and Rushes, its confident gags and frenetic pace suggest his touch. In the knockabout one-reeler set in a dance studio, three suitors compete for the girl. James Aubrey, the actor playing the father’s preferred suitor, may look like a Chaplin imitator, but he came by those skills honorably, born like Chaplin in Britain and likewise coming to the U.S. with Fred Karno’s troupe. Nevertheless it’s Alice Mann, with her wacky headdress and knowing glance, who steals the show. Suffice it to say that many vases are broken and pants ripped before she escapes out the window with the handsomest of the beaus.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 5, 1917
109 years ago
Runtime
0h 14m
14 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Vitagraph Company of America
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rips and Rushes about?
While Larry Semon does not star in Rips and Rushes, its confident gags and frenetic pace suggest his touch. In the knockabout one-reeler set in a dance studio, three suitors compete for the girl. J...
Who directed Rips and Rushes?
Rips and Rushes was directed by Larry Semon.
How long is Rips and Rushes?
Rips and Rushes has a runtime of 0 hours and 14 minutes (14 minutes total).
When was Rips and Rushes released?
Rips and Rushes was released on February 5, 1917 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Rips and Rushes?
The main cast of Rips and Rushes includes Hughie Mack, Jimmy Aubrey, Alice Mann, John Costello, Earl Montgomery.