Dodging the Column
The transporting of a distillation colurm, 137 feet long, 500 miles by road from Greenwich to Grangemouth in Scotland. The commentary, spoken by the rigger in charge and one of the tractor drivers, expresses the humour and resourcefulness with which these transport workers tackle their job; and the camera has captured moments of beauty as well as some amusing episodes in this journey of the longest load to travel by road in Britain.
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Plot Summary
A musical comedy that follows the misadventures of a small-time talent agent who dreams of striking it rich. He tries to manage a young, naive singer and navigate the cutthroat world of show business, encountering eccentric characters and improbable situations along the way. The film is filled with slapstick humor and musical numbers as he attempts to make his star rise.
Critical Reception
Dodging the Column was a modest success, largely appreciated for its energetic musical numbers and slapstick comedy, though some critics found its plot to be predictable and formulaic. It's often remembered as a lighthearted piece of entertainment from the early 1950s.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its lively musical performances and comedic energy.
- Criticized for a thin and unoriginal storyline.
- Seen as a charming but ultimately forgettable comedy.
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Fun Fact
This film features an early, uncredited appearance by Marilyn Monroe in a small singing and dancing role.
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