
Max Plays at Drama
1914-07-23 · 6 min · Not rated
When Max's friends doubt his acting ability, he invites them to a dramatic theatrical performance.
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- Directors
- Lucien Nonguet
- Production companies
- Pathé Frères
- Countries
- France
- Status
- Released
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Max Linder
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