Barefoot Boy
Barefoot Boy

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Barefoot Boy

1938
Movie
63 min
English

A spoiled boy sent to the country to grow-up. He has to deal with life, friends and crooks.

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Director: G. B. "Buster" LewisGenres: Short, Comedy

Plot Summary

A young man, desperate to impress a girl, pretends to be a wealthy socialite. His charade leads to a series of comical misunderstandings and frantic attempts to maintain the illusion. The film follows his escapades as he navigates the complexities of his deception.

Critical Reception

As a short comedy from 1938, specific critical reviews are scarce. However, films of this nature were generally produced for light entertainment and were typically received with mild amusement by contemporary audiences. Its success would have been measured by its ability to generate laughs and fill a niche in theatrical programming.

What Reviewers Say

  • A lighthearted and amusing short film.

  • Features comedic performances that were typical of the era.

  • Offers a glimpse into the comedic shorts produced in the late 1930s.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific short film from 1938 is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a series of short comedies produced by RKO Radio Pictures, aiming to provide accessible entertainment.

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