I am totally bummed. I was planning on watching one of my favorite pre-code films, Female, tonight, but when I popped in the disc it wouldn't play. It's a wonderful Michael Curtiz (Casablanca, Mildred Pierce) film that has Ruth Chatterton sexually harassing the men she employs like a boss. It takes George Brent to change her ways. Since it's already turning out to be a late night. I'm left with time enough for a short film, and decided to check out a Harold Lloyd short instead.
#5 Just Neighbors
Two neighbors are "such close friends they cut each others hair," but when a series of altercations arises between neighbors, their good relationship becomes jeopardized. It takes a heroic rescue to restore their neighborly camaraderie.
"Stay on that side of the fence or I'll comb your hair with a rake."
I was feeling pretty unhappy about missing out on the movie I intended to see tonight, but just 10 minutes with Harold Lloyd turned everything around. The man is a true marvel and a delight to watch. This film is wonderfully remastered with a lively score that brings it to life. I recommend checking out this short flick and other films on the Harold Lloyd channel.
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| Here's something you won't see in movies today. What is up with this kid's doll? Is that Chucky? |
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| I'm wondering if this is a real neighbor watching filming of this little girl sitting in the middle of traffic. |
2 comments:
This was hilarious! Thanks for pointing me to this and the Lloyd Channel. I just don't get why Chaplin is remembered ahead of he and Keaton. I guess it is the pathos, but I want to laugh! I really did not need to see the Marx Brothers at an opera, either.
Glad to share my find with you, Don! Harold Lloyd is a lot of fun to watch. I am looking forward to seeing more of him.
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