Radio Scout
A radio station's janitor is sent to the Kentucky Hills to round-up some hillbilly talent. He poses as a hillbilly (from the Minnesota sector) to gain their confidence.
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Plot Summary
In this musical short, a young boy named Johnny dreams of becoming a radio star. He attempts to get his act heard by various means, encountering amusing obstacles along the way. The film follows his spirited efforts to achieve his ambition in the burgeoning world of radio entertainment.
Critical Reception
As a short film from 1934, specific critical reception is difficult to ascertain in modern terms. However, musical shorts of this era were generally produced for light entertainment and were often popular with audiences of the time for their songs and dance numbers.
What Reviewers Say
- A charming and energetic musical short from the pre-Code era.
- Features a lively performance from its young lead and entertaining musical numbers.
- Reflects the optimism and popular entertainment trends of early 1930s cinema.
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Fun Fact
This short film was directed by Arthur Lubin, who would later go on to direct numerous successful films and television series, including "Francis the Talking Mule" movies and "The Addams Family" television show.
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