Soldier Jack

Jack, a generous and fortunate soldier, has returned from war. When he gives his last sandwich to a strange, wrinkled man, he receives two gifts that he dubiously accepts. Jack quickly learns that the gifts--a bag and a Mason jar--may make his fortune.

In the middle of the film, Jack stays in a house haunted by three poker-playing devils. They cheat and plan to kill Jack once they have won his money. Fortunately for him, Jack knows how to cheat, too, and foils their plans. These scenes are ripe with humor and fun when you first expect to be scared. Children under five may not appreciate the costumes and humor, but older students will.

Soon Jack has all he desires, except for a wife. His next adventure involves rescuing the President's daughter from death when all hope for her survival is gone. He succeeds because he is Jack, after all. He saves the girl and wins her hand. Luck is his until old age makes many people eager for Death to return to the land. Jack knows that he must release Death and finally move on with his own life and death.

This is the eighth and perhaps most humorous offering from Davenport Films. The scenes with three wild turkeys, and later the three devils, are fun. Throughout the film, Jack is a pleasure to watch in his simple good humor and trickery. There is even a tribute to classic film slapstick with a hallway and multiple doors chase scene. Don't miss this one!