Festival du Cinéma muet d'Anères: Tribute to Douglas Fairbanks #3 The Matrimaniac

**Festival du Cinéma muet d'Anères: Tribute to Douglas Fairbanks #3 – *The Matrimaniac*** Step back in time to 1916 America, where the charisma of Douglas Fairbanks thrives in the bright, kinetic worlds of silent comedy. Directed by Paul Powell, *The Matrimaniac* follows Jimmie (Fairbanks) and his fiancée Marna as they defy an overprotective father and attempt to escape to the altar. Their plan—board a train and secure a pastor at the first stop—spirals into a relentless, laughter‑fueled chase, with every bump and derailment turning the simple betrothal into a cascade of inventive mishaps. Fairbanks pours boundless enthusiasm into every tumble, leap, and clever contraption, showcasing the physical agility and visual wit that would later define his heroic escapades. Partnering with Constance Talmadge, he forms a sparkling duo whose energetic chemistry keeps the story in perpetual motion. This high‑spirited farce captures the essence of early American slap‑stick, blending physical comedy with spontaneous, situational humor to create an unmatched cinematic rhythm. Presented in its original 46‑minute version, converted to DCP with French subtitles, *The Matrimaniac* offers fans a pristine viewing of Fairbanks’ pre‑heroic work—a testament to his evolution into a modern, dynamic, and irresistibly optimistic icon. Join us at the Festival du Cinéma muet d'Anères to celebrate this luminous piece of cinema history, and experience the joy of early film in all its tactile, spontaneous glory.