Lightning Love

Lightning Love is a comedy directed by Larry Semon. The film features prominent actors such as Oliver Hardy, Kathleen Myers, and Spencer Bell, contributing to its appeal among fans of silent cinema.

The film is notable for its storm sequence, which serves as a precursor to a similar scene in The Wizard of Oz, demonstrating the creative evolution of filmmakers during this period. Interestingly, just before the release of Lightning Love, Fox produced a film that closely resembled it, prompting a legal challenge from Albert E. Smith to have the Fox film removed from theaters.

For collectors, Lightning Love represents a fascinating piece of silent film history, particularly in the context of the competitive landscape of early cinematic releases. The film's connection to The Wizard of Oz adds an intriguing layer for those interested in the influences and developments within the industry during the 1920s.