Doughnuts and Society
Kate Flannagan and Belle Dugan operate a downtown coffee shop and, while dispensing their locally-famous doughnuts, engage in their favorite pastime, friendly quarreling between themselves. This changes when Belle suddenly becomes heir to a small fortune which allows her to crash high-society and make her daughter,Joan, a débutante. This creates a rift between the two former partners, with the result that the proud Kate refuses to accept her friend's good fortune nor allow her son, Jerry, who is in love with Joan, to do so.
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Plot Summary
In this short comedy, a wealthy young socialite falls for a humble doughnut vendor. Her snooty family disapproves of the match, leading to a series of comedic situations as they try to bridge the gap between their vastly different worlds. Ultimately, love and understanding triumph over societal expectations.
Critical Reception
As a short film from 1936, "Doughnuts and Society" was primarily designed for light entertainment. Contemporary reviews focused on its humor and simple charm, fitting into the typical fare of short subjects shown before feature films. It is not remembered for groundbreaking cinema but as a pleasant diversion.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its lighthearted comedic moments.
- Found to be a simple and amusing diversion.
- Appreciated for its charming performances, particularly by the lead actors.
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Fun Fact
This short film is notable for featuring George 'Gabby' Hayes in an early role, who would later become famous as a sidekick in numerous Western films.
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