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We're Like That!
A musical comedy starring children. It is, in fact, a children’s story in which mainly poor children – singing and performing – band together against the adults in order to save the life of one of the children’s father.
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Plot Summary
This short comedy follows the romantic entanglements of two couples. A young man finds himself caught between his fiancée and another woman he meets at a party. Meanwhile, his friend navigates his own tricky relationship with a possessive girlfriend.
Critical Reception
As a short film from 1936, 'We're Like That!' received modest attention during its initial release, primarily serving as a B-feature or short subject. Contemporary reviews, where available, likely focused on its lighthearted comedic elements and the performances of its cast, which included rising stars of the era. Its lasting legacy is minimal, often overshadowed by the feature films of the period.
What Reviewers Say
Generally seen as a light and amusing short.
Features charming performances from its cast.
A simple, forgettable comedic romp.
Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for this 1936 short film is not readily available in current public databases.
Fun Fact
Spencer Tracy and Gloria Stuart, who play romantic leads in this short, would later both appear in the iconic 1957 film 'The Incredible Shrinking Man', though not together.
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