WEAK BUT WILLING (1929) Will King, Dot Farley & Billy Bevan | Comedy, Short | Classic Film

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Weak But Willing is a two-reel comedy short from the transitional period between silent films and talkies. The story follows Dave Finkel, a mild-mannered husband who’s constantly interrupted every time he tries to sit down and eat—especially during a birthday celebration that spirals into chaos

Dave Finkel, a mild-mannered and constantly hungry man, comes home late and misses his own birthday dinner. His wife Claire and a couple of friends decide to cheer him up by taking him out for a wild night at a speakeasy. But poor Dave never quite gets to eat—his attempts are foiled by everything from nosy acquaintances to a flirtatious blonde (played in an early, uncredited role by Jean Harlow).

Cast & Crew:

Will King – Dave Finkel
Dot Farley – Claire Finkel
Billy Bevan – George Downing
Natalie Joyce – Mrs. Edward Langtry
Otto Fries – Mr. Edward Langtry

Director – William Watson
Producer – Al Christie
Writer – Will King
Cinematographers – Gus Peterson, William Wheeler
Editor – Sidney J. Walsh
Art Director – Charles L. Cadwallader
Production Company – Christie Film Company