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The Strong Man

1926·Movie
1h 15min
64
DecentGoodWatch score

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Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Wholesome and nostalgic

  • Wholesome8
  • Nostalgia8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some slapstick and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy7
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Wit & Wordplay5

World

History

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality5
  • Rewatchability5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Direction6
  • Character Depth6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

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About

A meek Belgian soldier (Harry Langdon) fighting in World War I receives penpal letters and a photo from "Mary Brown", an American girl he has never met. He becomes infatuated with her by long distance. After the war, the young Belgian journeys to America as assistant to a theatrical "strong man", Zandow the Great (Arthur Thalasso). While in America, he searches for Mary Brown... and he finds her, just as word comes that Zandow is incapacitated and the little nebbish must go on stage in his place.
Silent FilmPhysical ComedyRomantic ComedyWWI EraNaive ProtagonistOptimistic StoryHeartwarmingAmerican Dream

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Where can I stream The Strong Man legally?

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Is The Strong Man worth watching?

64
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 64/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is The Strong Man?

1 h 15 min

The Strong Man runs 1 h 15 min.

What language is The Strong Man in?

Englishxx

It was made in English, with some xx. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Strong Man?

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What tropes does The Strong Man use?

Abnormal AmmoBad Guy BarBar BrawlChekhov's GunContrived CoincidenceFake FaintGood ShepherdGood Smoking, Evil SmokingGrievous Bottley HarmHave a Gay Old TimeAn Immigrant's TaleManchildand 4 more

TV Tropes lists 16 storytelling tropes for The Strong Man, including Abnormal Ammo, Bad Guy Bar, Bar Brawl.