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Back from the Front
The Stooges join the war effort by enlisting at Merchant Marines. While aboard, they have a brief run-in with (a secret German Nazi officer) Lt. Dungen (Vernon Dent), and then mistake a torpedo for a beached whale. Moe says they have to kill it, and it promptly explodes. After being lost at sea for several days, they come across the SS Schicklgruber and climb aboard. Now with fully grown beards, they come across Lt. Dungen again, who does not recognize them. After realizing they are on a German war ship they eventually overtake the crew and toss them overboard.
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Plot Summary
This short documentary film showcases the return of wounded American soldiers from the battlefield during World War II. It focuses on their journey back home, highlighting the efforts made to care for them and their initial readjustment to civilian life. The film aims to provide a glimpse into the realities of war and the sacrifices made by servicemen.
Critical Reception
As a wartime propaganda short, 'Back from the Front' was primarily distributed to boost morale and inform the public about the war effort. Its reception was likely positive within the context of its intended audience and purpose, emphasizing national unity and support for the troops. Specific critical reviews from the era are scarce for such short, functional films.
What Reviewers Say
A brief but impactful look at the soldiers' return.
Serves as a historical snapshot of wartime efforts and soldier care.
A piece of morale-boosting wartime cinema.
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Fun Fact
This film was produced by the U.S. Army and likely shown in theaters as part of newsreels or alongside feature films to communicate the realities of the war effort to the American public.
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