By Hook or Crook (film)
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| By Hook or Crook | |
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| Directed by | Dell Henderson |
| Written by | Harry O. Hoyt Clara Beranger |
| Starring | Carlyle Blackwell Evelyn Greeley Jack Drumier |
| Cinematography | Louis Ostland |
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| Distributed by | World Film |
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Running time | 50 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Languages | Silent English intertitles |
By Hook or Crook is a 1918 American silent comedy film directed by Dell Henderson and starring Carlyle Blackwell, Evelyn Greeley and Jack Drumier. It was shot at Fort Lee, New Jersey.[1]
- Carlyle Blackwell as Frederic Pritchard
- Evelyn Greeley as Gloria Nevins
- Jack Drumier as Frederic Pritchard Sr.
- Frank Doane as Smithson
- Jennie Ellison as Mrs. Pritchard
- Nora Cecil as Aunt Marie
- Alice Chapin as Mrs. Nevins
- Henry Warwick as Henry Arnold
Reception
Variety's review was positive, the story was described as "improbable but interesting" and the reviewer found the settings "pleasing."[2]
Moving Picture World's Edward Weitzel gave the film a positive review as well, praising the cast.[3]
Motion Picture News was also positive, giving particular praise to Carlyle Blackwell for his comedic performance and stunt-work later in the film.[4]
Censorship
The Chicago Board of Censors removed several scenes of a burglar stealing from safe in reel 3 and of a man sandpapering his finger tips in reel 4.[5]
