Enjoy the Show! _______________________ I Believe all media should be enjoyed ______________________ So here is a classic! _______________________ The Fatal Mallet (1914) is a silent short comedy starring Charlie Chaplin, Mabel Normand, and Mack Sennett. Produced by Keystone Studios and directed by Mack Sennett himself, the film is one of Chaplin’s early appearances in his iconic "Tramp" persona during his time with Keystone. Plot Summary: In this chaotic slapstick comedy, three men — including Charlie’s character and Mack Sennett — compete for the affection of the same young woman (played by Mabel Normand). At first, Charlie teams up with Mack Sennett’s character to sabotage a rival suitor. However, greed and jealousy quickly take over, and the two former allies turn against each other when Charlie realizes Mack also wants Mabel’s attention. Armed with a wooden mallet, Charlie comically tries to eliminate his competition through a series of exaggerated, wild attacks. The film is full of classic slapstick elements: pratfalls, outrageous physical gags, and chaotic brawls. Key Features: Fast-paced physical humor, typical of Keystone comedies. Early example of Charlie Chaplin honing the timing and personality of his Tramp character. One of the few times Mack Sennett himself appears in a major role alongside Chaplin and Normand. A lighthearted rivalry with plenty of comic violence (no real harm, just over-the-top antics). Historical Note: Released just months after Chaplin’s film debut, The Fatal Mallet helped solidify his growing popularity. The short also showcases the early comedic chemistry between Chaplin and Mabel Normand, who was already a major star at Keystone. Public Domain Status: Due to its age (released in 1914) and lapsed copyright, The Fatal Mallet is firmly in the public domain and is widely available in various print qualities. _______________________ Thank you for watching — feel free to like, comment, and subscribe for more classic movies and other content that might be of interest. _______________________ #PublicDomain #PublicDomainMovies #ClassicMovies #FreeMovies #VintageMovies #RetroCinema #OldMovies #FullMovie #MovieNight #FreeToWatch #ClassicCinema #MovieLovers #CinemaHistory #FilmHistory #TimelessMovies #MustWatch #OldSchoolCinema #CultClassic #HiddenGems #NowPlaying #GoldenAgeOfCinema #MoviesOnline #WatchFree #ClassicHollywood #RetroMovies #PublicDomainFilm #FreeFilm #ClassicEntertainment #WatchNow #StreamingFree #MovieArchive #HistoricCinema #LegendaryMovies #FilmBuff #MovieBuff #IndependentCinema #ClassicAdventure #VintageFilm #OldSchoolMovies #ReliveTheClassics #PublicDomainCinema #TimelessClassics #CinematicTreasures #GoldenOldies #MovieClassics #RetroFilm #ClassicScreen #OldMovieNight #CinemaLovers