The Beggar's Deceit
Originally released in 1900. The Beggar's Deceit is a comedy film. directed by Cecil M. Hepworth. At just 1 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A legless beggar with a sign around his neck saying "cripple" pushes himself slowly and laboriously on a trolley along the pavement, soliciting alms from sympathetic passers-by. A policeman gradually approaches from the distance. Feeling suspicious, he taps the beggar on the shoulder, whereupon the beggar leaps up in a panic and runs away on his perfectly functional legs. The policeman trips over the trolley before recovering his footing and setting off in pursuit.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 1, 1900
125 years ago
Runtime
0h 1m
1 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hepworth Manufacturing Company
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Beggar's Deceit about?
A legless beggar with a sign around his neck saying "cripple" pushes himself slowly and laboriously on a trolley along the pavement, soliciting alms from sympathetic passers-by. A policeman gradual...
Who directed The Beggar's Deceit?
The Beggar's Deceit was directed by Cecil M. Hepworth.
How long is The Beggar's Deceit?
The Beggar's Deceit has a runtime of 0 hours and 1 minutes (1 minutes total).
When was The Beggar's Deceit released?
The Beggar's Deceit was released on November 1, 1900 in theaters.