Hey-Hey Fever
Hey-Hey Fever

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Hey-Hey Fever

1935
Movie
8 min
English

This MGM "Happy Harmonies" entry stars Bosko. He falls asleep at a sign promoting Mother Goose bread, and Mother Goose characters come to life.

Insights

Director: Charles LamontGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

A broke composer named Al Williams is trying to get his new musical "Hey-Hey Fever" produced. He faces numerous obstacles, including shady producers and financial difficulties. The story follows his humorous attempts to overcome these challenges and bring his show to the stage, often with slapstick and musical numbers.

Critical Reception

Hey-Hey Fever was a B-movie musical comedy typical of the era. While not critically acclaimed, it provided light entertainment with its musical numbers and comedic performances. Its reception was generally lukewarm, serving its purpose as a quick, engaging diversion for audiences.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its energetic musical numbers and lighthearted comedic tone.

  • Acknowledged as a typical, if unremarkable, entry in the musical comedy genre of the 1930s.

  • Seen as a vehicle for its comedic cast, particularly Tom Kennedy.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce due to the film's age and B-movie status. Those that exist generally recall it as a simple, diverting musical comedy with some amusing moments, fitting for its time.

Fun Fact

The film is notable for being an early example of a musical comedy produced by Monogram Pictures, which was known for its low-budget productions.

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