harold clayton lloyd

Thân thiện

Harold Clayton Lloyd hangs from the hands of a large clock high above a city street.

Definition

Proper noun: * Harold Clayton Lloyd: A United States comic actor famous for his work in silent films. His comedy often featured thrilling and dangerous physical stunts, which became a signature element of his performances. He lived from 1893 to 1971.

Usage

• Harold Clayton Lloyd is used as a name to refer to the specific historical figure and film artist.
  • Film historians often compare the comedic styles of Harold Clayton Lloyd and Buster Keaton.
  • The museum is hosting a retrospective on the work of Harold Clayton Lloyd.
  • Harold Clayton Lloyd 's most iconic character wore round spectacles.

Advanced Usage

• The name can be used metonymically to represent a style of early American film comedy based on daredevil physicality and everyman characters.
  • The film's climax, with the protagonist hanging from a clock tower, is a direct homage to Harold Clayton Lloyd.

Variants and Related Words

• Lloyd (Proper noun): A common shortened reference to the actor.
  • In the 1920s, Lloyd was one of the most popular and highest-paid stars in Hollywood.

Synonyms

• Silent film comedian
• Physical comedian
• Daredevil comic actor

Note: As a proper noun referring to a unique individual, there are no true synonyms, only descriptive phrases.

Học thuật

Noun

1. United States comic actor in silent films; he used physical danger as a source of comedy (1893-1971)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Lloyd
• Harold Lloyd
• Harold Clayton Lloyd