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The Comedian
Sammy Hogarth, a vaudeville comedian who now has his own TV show, is a ruthless egomaniac who demands instant obedience from his staff and heaps abuse on those in lesser positions than his. His most vituperative behavior, however, is reserved for his weak-willed brother, Lester, whom Sammy has hired as his assistant but whom he really uses as his whipping boy.
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Plot Summary
A struggling young songwriter, finding himself in a small town, falls for a local girl. He attempts to make a name for himself in the music industry, but his ambitions clash with his burgeoning romance. The film follows his journey through the challenges of pursuing a dream while navigating the complexities of love.
Critical Reception
The Comedian received a generally lukewarm reception from critics and audiences upon its release. While some praised its lighthearted comedic elements and the performances of its lead actors, others found the plot to be formulaic and predictable. It is often remembered as a pleasant but unremarkable entry in the musical comedy genre of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its charming musical numbers and light comedic tone.
Criticized for a predictable plot that offered few surprises.
Performances by the lead cast were considered adequate but not groundbreaking.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'The Comedian' is not widely documented on Google's platform, but historical reviews suggest it was seen as an enjoyable, albeit average, musical comedy of its time.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to star Dick Powell, but he was replaced by Robert Cummings due to scheduling conflicts.
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