Mister E (1960)

Overview : A domestic black comedy, MISTER E expresses some of the edgier mischief and discontent that women of mid-century America could rarely express openly. This short film narrates the revenge acted out by a young wife, left at home while her husband is at a card game; by staging a rendezvous with a mannequin, this woman provokes an eruption of jealousy and violence before bringing about the desired marital tenderness. Preserved by Chicago Film Archives with support from the Women’s Film Preservation Fund.

Release Date : June 1, 1960

Runtime : 12m

Genre : Comedy  

Companies : Central Cinematographers

Countries : United States of America

Keywords : mannequin, housewife, murder, poker game, ruse, 1950s, marital tensions