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The Three Wise Guys
Riding in his private car on Christmas day, railroad tycoon Hatcher prefers work to celebrating, while his son Joe prefers having a good time. In the coach car, Joe sees pretty Clarabelle Brooks and is sincerely concerned when she faints. A doctor, who is also in the car, helps to revive Clarabelle, says that she is suffering from severe hunger and, with fellow passenger Blackie Swanson, passes the hat for her. Later, Clarabelle, who is secretly working with con-men Doc and Blackie, goes to their compartment to discuss plans to set Joe up for a breach of promise suit...
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Plot Summary
Three amateur crooks plan to pull off a series of elaborate robberies, targeting wealthy individuals. Their bumbling attempts at crime often lead to comical mishaps and near-disasters. Throughout their misadventures, they find themselves entangled with police and rival criminals.
Critical Reception
The Three Wise Guys was a modest comedy that played on the popular theme of inept criminals. While not a critical darling, it found an audience for its lighthearted antics and straightforward crime-comedy narrative. It is generally remembered as a typical, albeit somewhat forgettable, B-movie of its era.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted comedic moments.
Criticized for its predictable plot and lack of originality.
Found to be an entertaining, if simple, crime-comedy.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by Crescent Pictures, a studio known for its low-budget B-movies, which often featured less famous actors and aimed for quick production cycles.
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