The Indian Chief and the Seidlitz Powder

1901 | 2 minutes | 3.0 ★ (1)

The Indian Chief and the Seidlitz Powder
  • Overview

    An inventive use of slow-motion filming helps hammer home the gag as an unconvincing 'Indian chief' hopes to dissolve some trapped wind with a popular brand of indigestion powder.

  • Release Date

    01 August 1901

  • DirectingCecil M. Hepworth
  • Budget

    $0.00

  • Revenue

    $0.00

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