The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary (1914 film)

The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary is a 1914 American silent comedy film directed by Arthur Ellery. It is based on the 1907 play of the same name by Anne Warner. The film stars Marie Dressler in the titular role of Aunt Mary, an elderly woman who undergoes a series of treatments in an attempt to regain her youth.

The plot revolves around Aunt Mary's dissatisfaction with her aging appearance and her determination to become young and attractive again. She tries various methods, likely including eccentric exercises and questionable beauty treatments, resulting in comedic situations. The film's humor largely derives from Dressler's physical comedy and the absurdity of Aunt Mary's attempts to reverse the effects of time.

While specific details about the film's production and reception are scarce due to its age and the limitations of film preservation from that era, it is known that Marie Dressler was a popular comedic actress of the time, and her involvement likely contributed to the film's initial appeal. The film represents an early example of comedies centered around themes of aging, beauty, and societal pressures relating to appearance. The title itself implies a lighthearted and potentially satirical approach to these themes. The film is considered lost, meaning no known copies survive.