Fights of Nations

Overview

The film is several vignettes of slap stick presentation of racial stereotypes. We are treated to murderous Mexicans, conniving Jews, brawling Irish, bloodthirsty Scots, an Indian, and even Uncle Sam. This little black and white silent feature is an interesting look, especially in that we really don't know what we are seeing. Is this what it first appears - a racist comedy that shows a disdain for all non-WASPs? Is the final scene depicting most of the cast (except the dancing Negros) working together to show that America is a melting pot?

Details

Status

Released

Release date

March 2, 1907

Original language

English

Countries

United States of America

Production

American Mutoscope and Biograph Company

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt0331491