The Trio's Engagements
The Trio's Engagements

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The Trio's Engagements

1937
Movie
66 min
Japanese

Three men vying for the same job end up chasing the same girl in this comedy-drama from noted Japanese director Yasujiro Shimazu.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Frank R. StrayerGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

In this short film, the Three Stooges find themselves in a bizarre situation involving a wedding and a string of mistaken identities. Moe and Larry are suitors to two women, but Curly, in his usual bumbling fashion, causes chaos as he tries to navigate the complex romantic entanglements. Their attempts to rectify the situation only lead to more slapstick hijinks and escalating mayhem.

Critical Reception

As a short film from the Three Stooges' prolific era, 'The Trio's Engagements' is generally regarded as a typical example of their brand of anarchic slapstick comedy. While not one of their most famous shorts, it showcases their signature physical comedy and quick-witted banter, which was popular with audiences of the time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Delivers the expected level of slapstick and comedic chaos.

  • Features the classic Three Stooges formula of physical gags and quick dialogue.

  • A standard but enjoyable entry in their library of short films.

Google audience: Google users typically enjoy the Three Stooges' shorts for their pure, unadulterated comedy and the chemistry between the main trio. Reviewers often highlight the rapid-fire gags and the characters' distinct personalities as key elements that make these shorts rewatchable.

Fun Fact

This short film was originally released as part of a larger Columbia Pictures series, and like many Stooge shorts, it's often re-edited or combined with other shorts for different releases.

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