Guests Wanted
Benny Rubin is a New York City vaudeville performer who inherits a hotel in California, and takes all of his ham-actor friends there, as chefs, bellhops, maids and waiters, to help him run it. BUsiness is bad so Benny plants a story that his late uncle hid his fortune in the hotel. The place is soon filled with guests who tear down the hotel looking for the non-existent fortune.
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Plot Summary
A group of broke musicians attempts to make money by posing as ghosts to scare people out of their homes, only to find themselves outsmarted by a shrewd businessman.
Critical Reception
As a short film from the early sound era, 'Guests Wanted' is primarily remembered for its slapstick humor and the presence of veteran comedian Chester Conklin. It's often viewed as a minor, albeit amusing, entry in the comedy shorts genre of the time, offering light entertainment without significant artistic ambition.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its simple, effective comedic premise.
- Noted for Chester Conklin's enduring comedic presence.
- Considered a lighthearted, if forgettable, early sound comedy short.
Google audience: Audience reception data for this early short film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film's director, Arthur L. Scott, was also a producer and writer, often working on a variety of short film productions during the 1930s.
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