Near Dublin Explained

Near Dublin
Director:Ralph Ceder
Producer:Hal Roach
Starring:Stan Laurel
Cinematography:Frank Young
Editing:Thomas J. Crizer
Studio:Hal Roach Studios
Distributor:Pathé Exchange
Runtime:20 minutes
Country:United States
Language:Silent (English intertitles)

Near Dublin is a 1924 American silent comedy film directed by Ralph Ceder and starring Stan Laurel.[1]

Plot

As described in a film magazine review,[2] Stan is a postman in the Irish village and is in love with the belle of the town. His rival is a brick manufacturer who makes bricks for both building and social purposes such as being used by all the Irish men, women, and children in fighting. Stan is thrown into jail on a trumped up charge but escapes and, in a battle with his rival, he is knocked out by a rap on the head. The villain is jailed and Stan wins the affections of the lady.

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Progressive Silent Film List: Near Dublin . June 12, 2009. silentera.com.
  2. The Big Little Feature: Near Dublin . Exhibitors Trade Review . 32 . Exhibitors Review Publishing Corporation . 10 May 1924 . New York . 9 December 2022.