Although L'AROSEUR AROSEE from the Lumiere's first show is far more famous than this effort, it takes pride of place in their list of movie comedy. Like the other, it is also a simple practical joke -- a maid is out walking with her young charge and the soldier takes the boy's place. No harm is intended or done, for she discovers the substitution, whacks him a couple of times and goes on her way.
It's just as clearly staged, so why is the other film much better known? Probably because the tables truly are turned in that one. The joke, although just as artificial is sharper and the effects a bit longer lasting -- it will take a few minutes for the water to dry. In this one, authority is not challenged .... just gently mocked.
It's just as clearly staged, so why is the other film much better known? Probably because the tables truly are turned in that one. The joke, although just as artificial is sharper and the effects a bit longer lasting -- it will take a few minutes for the water to dry. In this one, authority is not challenged .... just gently mocked.