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- Alan Hale
Reviews
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An early outing for Harrison Ford? Well, not unless he was an extremely early glint in his parent's eye... No, this features a completely different actor in the rather watchable tale of the "Stack" family. Daft old "Pa" (Erwin Connelly) blew the meagre family fortune of a house in California upon which, he hoped, an oilfield sat! OK, yes - maybe a bit of a gamble but off they go since they must pay quite a chunk of back taxes to Uncle Sam. What ensues is quite a nifty little silent comedy, directed by Alan Hale, that mixes just a hint of slapstick with a bit of romance and some cracking old cars - one that might be worth $10,000 - as they traverse their country, A few decent supporting roles from "Junior" (Frank Coghlan) who bristles at the very idea he must wash behind his ears, and the slightly, but amiably, stereotyped (and uncredited) Jewish fella and his son - and, of course, the aforementioned Ford who is pursuing his love, their daughter "Mary Ellen" (Bessie Love). I found Love really only had one gear as an actress, but she's fine with this - as they all are and I quite enjoyed it - it's only just over an hour.
Jun 6, 2022
Thematic Analysis
Rubber Tires represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.
Director Alan Hale brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 1927, the film exists within a cultural context that now offers viewers historical perspective on the social issues of that era. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Rubber Tires took approximately 15 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 52 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 80 minutes long.
- The film contains approximately 2131 individual shots.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 5 months to complete.
- The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
Historical Context
- In 1927, when this film was released:
- Television was becoming a dominant form of home entertainment.
- The civil rights movement was gaining momentum in the United States.
- The film industry was dominated by major studios, with independent cinema still in its early development.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: February 7, 1927
- Runtime: 52m
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