Booby Dupes
Booby Dupes

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Booby Dupes

1945
Movie
17 min
English

The stooges are three fish peddlers who decide to cut out the middleman by catching their own fish. They trade their car and $300 for a "new" boat which turns out to be a piece of junk that soon falls apart and sinks in the middle of the ocean. Luckily the boys also have a row boat which they climb into and then try to signal some passing planes for help. Unfortunately, their paint spattered rag is mistaken for a Japanese flag and they are bombed from the sky.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Edward C. LilleyGenres: Comedy, Short, Animation, Family

Plot Summary

This animated short follows the misadventures of a couple of bumbling birds who are trying to find food and build a nest, often with disastrous results. Their attempts are thwarted by their own lack of common sense and a variety of comical obstacles they encounter in their environment. The birds' persistent efforts lead to a series of slapstick gags and humorous predicaments.

Critical Reception

As a short animated film from the 1940s, "Booby Dupes" is primarily remembered for its classic cartoon humor and animation style. It's considered a typical example of the era's comedic shorts, appreciated for its lighthearted entertainment rather than profound artistic merit. Audience reception would have been positive in its theatrical run as part of a double feature.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its simple, charming animation typical of the Golden Age of American animation.

  • Appreciated for its lighthearted and often silly humor that appeals to a broad audience.

  • Noted for its brief but effective comedic timing and visual gags.

Google audience: While specific user reviews for such an old short are scarce, general audience sentiment for similar Fleischer Studio-era shorts often highlights their nostalgic charm and straightforward, amusing plots. Viewers typically enjoy them as light, family-friendly entertainment.

Fun Fact

"Booby Dupes" was produced by Famous Studios, which was the animation division of Paramount Pictures after they acquired the Fleischer Studios assets.

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