War Mamas
War Mamas

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War Mamas

1931
Movie
20 min
English

During WW1, the girls become spies when they spend the evening with two German officers.

Insights

Director: Lloyd FrenchGenres: Short Film, Comedy

Plot Summary

A short silent comedy where Buster Keaton plays a role alongside ZaSu Pitts and Eddie Cantor. The plot, typical of the era's shorts, likely involves comedic misunderstandings and gags centered around the characters' interactions.

Critical Reception

As a 1931 short film, 'War Mamas' is not typically reviewed in the same way as feature-length films. Its reception would have been tied to the vaudeville and short film circuits of the time, primarily judged by its comedic effectiveness and audience laughter. Contemporary reviews are scarce.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often cited as an example of early silent comedy shorts.

  • Features notable comedians of the era, though its specific comedic impact is hard to gauge today.

  • Considered a minor work in the filmographies of its star performers.

Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for this specific short film from 1931 is not available. Audience reception was primarily through theatrical exhibition at the time of its release.

Fun Fact

This short film is notable for featuring Buster Keaton in a rare appearance in a film not directed by himself or MGM during his decline in the early 1930s, though it's often misattributed or its existence debated due to its obscurity.

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