Mister E
Movie
12 Min
N/R
Overview:
A domestic black comedy, MISTER E expresses some of the edgier mischief and discontent that women of mid-century America could rarely express openly. This short film narrates the revenge acted out by a young wife, left at home while her husband is at a card game; by staging a rendezvous with a mannequin, this woman provokes an eruption of jealousy and violence before bringing about the desired marital tenderness. Preserved by Chicago Film Archives with support from the Women’s Film Preservation Fund.
Directors:
Margaret ConneelyRevenue:
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ComedyTags:
mannequin
housewife
murder
poker game
ruse
1950s
marital tensions


















