Tropical Trouble
Tropical Trouble

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Tropical Trouble

1936
Movie
70 min
English

A series of misunderstanding leads to a colonial governor's wife suspecting him of an affair with his assistant.

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IMDb6.6/10
Director: Jules WhiteGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

In this short comedy, Moe, Larry, and Shemp are trying to make a living as fishermen, but their efforts are constantly thwarted by their own incompetence and a series of mishaps. Their attempts to catch fish lead to chaos, including accidental encounters with local wildlife and property damage. The trio's pursuit of an easy meal devolves into a slapstick adventure filled with physical comedy and escalating absurdity.

Critical Reception

As a short film from the Three Stooges' early Columbia Pictures era, 'Tropical Trouble' is generally viewed as a typical example of their brand of slapstick humor. While not considered one of their most iconic shorts, it provided fans with the expected dose of physical comedy and zany antics that defined their careers. Critical reception during its release would have been aligned with the popular reception of Three Stooges shorts, which focused on entertainment value and comedic timing.

What Reviewers Say

  • Classic Three Stooges physical comedy and slapstick.

  • Features the familiar chaotic energy and gags fans expect.

  • A representative, albeit not standout, entry in their short film catalog.

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Fun Fact

This short film was one of the earliest productions featuring the classic Three Stooges lineup of Moe Howard, Larry Fine, and Shemp Howard after their return to Columbia Pictures.

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