When Mary Grew Up (1913) Poster

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They Grow Up While You're Not Looking
boblipton31 March 2016
Clara Kimball Young is a hoydenish tomboy, who improperly instructs neighbor Eddie Lincoln on how to whistle through fingers. Aunt Julia Swayne Gordon -- this actress had reached the advanced age of 34 when this movie was released, fit only for matronly roles -- locks her up. She runs off.

There are some pleasant shots of suburban Brooklyn in the middle parts. Vitagraph's studio was in the Flatbush section. Indeed, the facilities were in use through the start of the 21st century as a TV studio, where Bill Cosby's show and soap operas were shot for the small screen.

Mrs. Young -- when this movie came out -- looks to be having a grand time opposite the aged Miss Gordon, and Flora Finch as the maid. It's an amusing little trifle and if you wish to see it, a good print with some nice tinting is available on YouTube at the Eye Institute site
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There is not a dull moment in this fine comedy
deickemeyer13 July 2017
Don't again say a woman can't hit that at which she aims. Clara Young, playing the tomboy, aims a half loaf of bread at the head of Flora Finch, and hits the mark. There is not a dull moment in this fine comedy. Mrs. Gordon, as the straight-laced aunt in her prim attire and great eyeglasses, is at her best. Miss Finch, as an extremely proper maid, is as funny as ever. Miss Young? She is improving steadily. There is no longer any ground for belief that she is indifferent or lacks enthusiasm. The finish is a sure laugh-maker. - The Moving Picture World, February 8, 1913
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