Go and Get It

Name: Go and Get It
Director: Henry Roberts Symonds
Genre: Mystery, Comedy, Drama, Horror, Science Fiction
Released: 1920-01-01
Duration: 70 min
Cast: Noah Beery, Pat O'Malley, Agnes Ayres, J. Barney Sherry, Bull Montana

1920Dir. Henry Roberts Symonds1h 10m

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So, 'Go and Get It' from 1920, directed by Henry Roberts Symonds, is truly one of those oddities in early cinema. It’s a wild blend of comedy, drama, and horror, and Bull Montana's performance as the gorilla with a human brain is both creepy and oddly compelling. The pacing has that classic silent film rhythm, with exaggerated expressions and physicality that really sell the absurdity of the premise. The atmosphere is a mix of eerie and humorous, which somehow works. The practical effects for the gorilla are a highlight, even if they might seem primitive by today’s standards. There’s this underlying critique of society wrapped up in the ridiculous plot, which makes it even more intriguing when you dig into the themes.

Features unique blend of genres that stands out in silent film.Interesting exploration of societal themes disguised in absurdity.An early example of practical effects in a horror-comedy context.