European-born Max Davidson emerges as one of the most undervalued comic actors of the American silent era, celebrated for his short comedies. Though only apparently framed by ethnic stereotypes, his performances reveal a tension between social perception and individual vulnerability. Davidson's comedy serves as a philosophical lens through which silent cinema negotiates fragility, contradiction, and the ambiguities of identity, cultural representation, and everyday life.
By:
Lorenzo Tremarelli Imprint: Youcanprint Dimensions:
Height: 210mm,
Width: 148mm,
Spine: 5mm
Weight: 127g ISBN:9791224059431 Pages: 100 Publication Date:18 January 2026 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active