Sally of the Sawdust

W.C. Fields In A Rare Silent Screen Role

In a fascinating departure from the austere moral drama in which he specialized, D.W. Griffith demonstrates his talent for warm-hearted comedy with Sally of the Sawdust.Fresh from the Ziegfeld Follies, W.C. Fields made his second screen appearance as Professor Eustace McGargle in a rare silent role showcasing the comic juggling and dry wit that would make him a legend.