House Broken
House Broken

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House Broken

1936
Movie
74 min
English

Two women plot to get rid of an unwelcome house guest.

Insights

Director: Joe LeytonGenres: Short, Comedy

Plot Summary

A short comedy film where a man's attempt to relax at home is constantly interrupted by various chaotic events and characters. The film follows his increasingly exasperated efforts to find a moment of peace amidst the mayhem.

Critical Reception

As a short comedy from 1936, specific detailed critical reception is scarce. However, films of this era from this studio typically aimed for lighthearted entertainment and were generally received as such by contemporary audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Generally considered a typical light comedy short of its time.

  • Features slapstick humor and situations designed for easy laughs.

  • Relies on familiar comedic tropes for its gags.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific short film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

This short film is part of a series of comedic shorts produced by Educational Pictures, a studio known for its B-movie and short film output during the golden age of Hollywood.

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