For Pete's Sake!
For Pete's Sake!

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For Pete's Sake!

1934
Movie
18 min
English

The kids try to raise money to buy a doll for Marianne.

Insights

IMDb7.2/10
Director: George StevensGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

In this installment of the Our Gang series, the kids decide to start a business to earn money for a new clubhouse. Their ambitious plans involve everything from selling lemonade to attempting to train a dog for a performance. As usual, their well-intentioned efforts lead to chaotic and humorous situations.

Critical Reception

As a short film from the classic Our Gang series, 'For Pete's Sake!' is generally viewed fondly by fans of the franchise and those who appreciate early slapstick comedy. While not critically acclaimed in a formal sense, it's considered a representative example of the series' charm and humor from that era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Delightfully chaotic and charmingly innocent.

  • A classic example of Our Gang's enduring appeal.

  • Features the typical slapstick humor and endearing performances of the series.

Google audience: Audience reception for this short focuses on its nostalgic value and the timeless humor provided by the children's antics. Fans appreciate the simple, good-natured fun and the authentic childhood mischief depicted.

Fun Fact

This short film is part of the iconic 'Our Gang' (also known as 'The Little Rascals') series, which produced over 220 short films between 1922 and 1944.

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