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The Carry on Sargent
Carry on Sargent AKA Angela's Foursome is the film which once and for all exposes the film processing house racket as a hotbed of sin and vice. When a struggling company starts taking on pornographer clients, they attract the attention of a hardnosed hillbilly cop who's on the prowl for "dirty Commie stuff from Moscow." They make a short film which hyp-no-tizes the cop into believing that porn is good (a process soon to be adopted for all SWV tapes) and then to seal the deal, the hypnotist bangs the lab technician (in slow motion). "Wonderful! Just wonderful!" barks the hoodooed porker. We couldn't agree less. Important note: there is no actual foursome in Angela's Foursome.
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Plot Summary
A group of eccentric recruits attempts to survive the rigorous training of Sergeant Grimshawe at a British Army barracks. Facing harsh discipline and absurd challenges, the young men struggle to adapt to military life while providing endless comedic fodder. The film culminates in a mock battle where their unique (and chaotic) methods lead to unexpected results.
Critical Reception
Carry On Sergeant was a commercial success, marking the beginning of the beloved Carry On film series. While not critically acclaimed for its cinematic merit, it was widely enjoyed for its British humour, slapstick, and bawdy innuendo, becoming a staple of British comedy.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its lighthearted and often silly British humour.
Appreciated for its slapstick comedy and broad characterizations.
Noted as a foundational film for the enduring Carry On franchise.
Google audience: Audience reception is generally positive, with many viewers enjoying the nostalgic British comedy and the ensemble cast's performances. It's often cited as a classic example of its genre.
Fun Fact
This film was the first in the long-running Carry On series, which ultimately comprised 31 films over a span of 20 years.
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