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Set in the early 20th century, the book explores Fred Evans' rise as a beloved British film comedian, known for his anarchic character "Pimple." With a background in pantomime and music hall, he starred in 200 silent films, using satire to critique contemporary cinema and societal norms. His humorous burlesques provided a counterbalance to the seriousness of feature films, appealing to audiences navigating the new film landscape. However, shifting tastes and industry backlash led to his decline in film, prompting a return to stage performances.
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Pimple's Progress, Barry Anthony
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- Released
- 2022
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- Title
- Pimple's Progress
- Subtitle
- Fred Evans, Britain's First Film Comedy Star
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Barry Anthony
- Publisher
- McFarland
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 210
- ISBN13
- 9781476688312
- Description
- Set in the early 20th century, the book explores Fred Evans' rise as a beloved British film comedian, known for his anarchic character "Pimple." With a background in pantomime and music hall, he starred in 200 silent films, using satire to critique contemporary cinema and societal norms. His humorous burlesques provided a counterbalance to the seriousness of feature films, appealing to audiences navigating the new film landscape. However, shifting tastes and industry backlash led to his decline in film, prompting a return to stage performances.