

Axe Me Another
Pierre Bluto, running a logging camp, has thrown Olive into the river because he didn't like her spinach. Popeye rescues her and proceeds to beat Bluto in a lumberjack contest.
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Plot Summary
In this short comedy, a hapless salesman attempts to sell axes to a gruff farmer. The salesman's persistent and often absurd sales tactics lead to a series of comical misunderstandings and escalating chaos on the farm. The farmer, initially resistant, finds himself increasingly exasperated by the salesman's efforts.
Critical Reception
As a short film from 1934, 'Axe Me Another' was primarily intended as a brief comedic interlude. Contemporary reviews, though scarce, likely focused on its slapstick humor and the performances of its leads, fitting within the typical comedic shorts of the era. Its lasting legacy is more as a curiosity of early Hollywood comedy.
What Reviewers Say
- Relies on simple, physical comedy and escalating absurdity.
- Features a classic setup of a pushy salesman versus a resistant customer.
- Offers a brief, lighthearted diversion typical of short films of its time.
Google audience: Audience reception for this specific short film is not widely documented through modern platforms. However, films of this genre from the 1930s generally appealed to audiences seeking straightforward, escapist humor.
Fun Fact
George "Gabby" Hayes, known for his later roles as a sidekick to Western stars like Roy Rogers and Gene Autry, began his career in comedies like this before transitioning to more iconic Western parts.
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