KYOTO INTERNATIONAL FILM AND ART FESTIVAL

The original title of the film, Stop, Look and Listen, made in 1926, was changed to Dorubako Simon when it was released in Japan in 1927, but the cover of the film donated to the museum had Moshin Rari written on it, so it will be shown under that title.
Larry Semon was at the peak of his career in the 1920's. However, he spent a huge amount of money on each short film, including this one, and violated his contract many times including shooting so many days that the film's completion was delayed resulting in a lawsuit from Vitagraph. Financial troubles always haunted Larry.
The story begins with a robbery at the bank where Larry works. Larry is mistaken for the criminal and is pursued by citizens. The robber flees, Larry pursues, and the police and citizens follow after Larry. The action continues with cars, motorcycles, and trains. A railroad bridge is destroyed creating a series of chaotic, crisis-filled action scenes. Oliver Hardy, of the comedy duo Laurel & Hardy, plays the role of the robber, which garnered a lot of attention.

Director

Larry Semon

Written by

Irving Berlin,Harry B. Smith

Country

USA

Year

1926

Copyright

TOYFILM MUSEUM