196510
196510

Fights of Nations

1907-03-02
4
en 4m
Drama
The film is several vignettes of slap stick presentation of racial stereotypes. We are treated to murderous Mexicans, conniving Jews, brawling Irish, bloodthirsty Scots, an Indian, and even Uncle Sam. This little black and white silent feature is an interesting look, especially in that we really don't know what we are seeing. Is this what it first appears - a racist comedy that shows a disdain for all non-WASPs? Is the final scene depicting most of the cast (except the dancing Negros) working together to show that America is a melting pot?

Director of Photography

Billy Bitzer

silent film

Status

Released

Countries

  • United States of America

Companies

  • American Mutoscope and Biograph Company

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