Someone Is Running Late For The Bus
Someone Is Running Late For The Bus

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Someone Is Running Late For The Bus

1967
Movie
55 min
Georgian

The film is about the painful feeling of unrequited love and introduces us to the episode of the life of a young, virtuous and intelligent doctor, who is tired of the monotony of life.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Harold FinchGenres: Short Film, Comedy

Plot Summary

A hapless man's frantic efforts to catch his bus spiral into a series of comical mishaps. Each attempt to reach his destination is thwarted by increasingly absurd obstacles, from a rogue poodle to a runaway ice cream cart. The film culminates in a fittingly chaotic and unexpected conclusion.

Critical Reception

Though a minor work, 'Someone Is Running Late For The Bus' is often cited as an early example of observational comedy in short films. Critics at the time praised its physical humor and clever pacing, noting its appeal to a broad audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic slapstick and inventive sight gags.

  • Noted for its surprisingly sophisticated visual storytelling.

  • Appreciated for its lighthearted and universally relatable premise.

Google audience: N/A

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended as a visual gag showcase for aspiring comedians and featured several non-professional actors who later found success in television.

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