The Big Idea (1917 film)
The Big Idea is a 1917 American short comedy film starring Harold Lloyd.[1] The film has been preserved and is available online.[2]
| The Big Idea | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Gilbert Pratt |
| Produced by | Hal Roach |
| Starring | Harold Lloyd |
| Cinematography | Hal Mohr |
Production company | Rolin Films |
| Distributed by | Pathé Exchange |
Release date |
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Running time | 1 reel |
| Country | United States |
| Language | Silent (English intertitles) |
Cast
- Harold Lloyd
- Snub Pollard
- Bebe Daniels
- William Blaisdell
- Sammy Brooks
- Lige Conley (credited as Lige Cromley)
- Billy Fay
- William Gillespie
- Gus Leonard
- Norman Napier
- Fred C. Newmeyer
- Dorothea Wolbert
Reception
Like many American films of the time, The Big Idea was subject to cuts by city and state film censorship boards. For example, the Chicago Board of Censors required a cut of a closeup of hands holding U.S. currency.[3]
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References
- "Progressive Silent Film List: The Big Idea". silentera.com. Retrieved July 6, 2010.
- The Big Idea, vimeo.com
- "Official Cut-Outs by the Chicago Board of Censors". Exhibitors Herald. New York City: Exhibitors Herald Company. 6 (8): 29. February 16, 1918.
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