Ants in the Pantry
The Stooges are pest exterminators who drum up business by planting vermin in a ritzy mansion where a party is going on. They are hired, but must pose as guests to work unobserved. They ruin a piano and generally make a mess of the party, but the hostess passes them off as vaudeville comedians and they are invited to join the guests on a fox hunt.
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Plot Summary
A group of bumbling delivery men are tasked with moving a piano into a mansion, unaware that the owner's wife has a phobia of mice and the house is infested with ants that are attracted to the piano's polish. Their attempts to deliver the piano are thwarted by the tiny invaders and the chaos they create.
Critical Reception
As a short comedy from the era, 'Ants in the Pantry' was likely appreciated for its slapstick humor and simple premise, typical of the genre at the time. Its primary function was light entertainment.
What Reviewers Say
- The film relies heavily on physical comedy and sight gags.
- It's a classic example of early short film humor with a frantic pace.
- The plot is simple, serving as a vehicle for comedic situations.
Google audience: Audience reviews for this short film are scarce due to its age. However, its type of humor often appeals to those who enjoy nostalgic, lighthearted comedies.
Fun Fact
This short film was part of a series of comedies produced by RKO Radio Pictures during the 1930s, often featuring well-known comedic actors of the time.
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