Cheerful Givers
Cheerful Givers is a 1917 American silent comedy-drama film produced by the Fine [Arts Film Company] and distributed by Triangle Film Corporation. The film stars Bessie Love and Kenneth Harlan.
The film is presumed lost.
Plot
To save her father's orphanage, Judy answers a request to have the "eldest boy" work in the kitchen of a wealthy, miserly woman. Disguising herself as a boy, she encounters the woman's son, Horace, whom she mistrusts. Horace realizes Judy is actually a girl and falls in love with her. Judy ultimately thwarts his plan to steal from his mother's safe. The son repents, and Judy reciprocates his feelings.Cast
Reception
The film received generally positive reviews, being described as an "adroit comedy" and "perfectly done". It was noted for its broad appeal. However, some reviewers found the pacing too slow.Bessie Love's performance was generally praised, although it was noted that she had not yet become a major box office draw nationwide.