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Turkey Time
A group of guests come to stay with the Stoatt family in the seaside town of Eden Bay for Christmas. They soon become involved with an impoverished concert performer whose innocent presence in the house leads to a series of misunderstandings.
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Plot Summary
In this Hal Roach comedy short, Charley Chase plays a man who tries to impress a wealthy young woman by pretending to be a skilled hunter. His attempts to capture a turkey for Thanksgiving dinner lead to a series of comical mishaps and misunderstandings. The situation escalates as he tries to maintain his charade, involving a local sheriff and the woman's skeptical father.
Critical Reception
While specific critical reviews from 1933 are scarce, 'Turkey Time' is generally regarded as a solid entry in Charley Chase's comedic output for Hal Roach Studios. It showcases his signature blend of physical comedy and subtle character work, typical of the era's popular short films. Audience reception at the time would have been positive, aligning with the widespread popularity of studio shorts.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for Charley Chase's effective physical comedy and endearing performance.
Enjoyed for its simple, humorous premise and well-executed gags.
Considered a good example of the quality short comedies produced during the early 1930s.
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Fun Fact
This short film was one of Charley Chase's last for Hal Roach Studios before he moved on to other projects and eventually RKO.
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