Micro-Phonies
Micro-Phonies

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Micro-Phonies

1945
Movie
17 min
English

The Stooges are working in a radio station where a pretty girl has just made a recording of "Voices of Spring" under an assumed name.

Insights

IMDb7.1/10
Director: Edward BerndsGenres: Comedy, Short, Musical

Plot Summary

In this Stooges short, Moe and Larry try to help Curly, a wannabe opera singer, win a singing contest. Curly's unique vocalizations, however, prove to be more of a hindrance than a help. Their attempts to train him involve disastrous music lessons and increasingly chaotic situations.

Critical Reception

Micro-Phonies is generally considered a classic Three Stooges short, appreciated for its slapstick humor and Curly's distinctive comedic performance. While not as groundbreaking as some of their earlier work, it remains a fan favorite for its memorable gags and energetic pace.

What Reviewers Say

  • Highlights Curly's unique comedic talent and vocalizations.

  • Features classic Stooge slapstick and escalating chaos.

  • A solid entry in the Three Stooges' filmography, enjoyable for its sheer silliness.

Google audience: Audience reviews often praise the relentless physical comedy and Curly's unforgettable performance, noting that the short delivers on the expected slapstick and humor the Three Stooges are known for.

Fun Fact

The song Curly sings, 'I'm Getting My Second Wind,' was a parody of the popular song 'Second Hand Rose'.

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