Movie spotlight
Part Time Pal
Tom is given the task of guarding the fridge during the night by Mammy-Two-Shoes, but as soon as he has started he is tricked by Jerry into falling into the basement, where he lands in a barrel of cider. Now drunk, Tom staggers around in the house getting up to no good with Jerry.
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Plot Summary
In this Bowery Boys short, Sach and Slip are working as ranch hands in the Wild West. They get involved with a local sheriff who is trying to bring in a notorious outlaw. Sach's ineptitude and Slip's quick thinking lead to a series of comedic misadventures as they attempt to help the sheriff.
Critical Reception
Part Time Pal is a typical entry in the Bowery Boys series, offering lighthearted comedy and familiar slapstick. While not critically acclaimed, it was a crowd-pleaser for fans of the characters and their brand of humor.
What Reviewers Say
A charmingly simple plot that allows the Bowery Boys' personalities to shine.
Features plenty of slapstick and comedic moments characteristic of the series.
Offers a lighthearted Western-themed adventure with the familiar gang.
Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the enjoyable silliness and the enduring appeal of the Bowery Boys characters, with many appreciating the nostalgic value of these shorts.
Fun Fact
The Bowery Boys series was known for its low budgets and fast production schedules, with many shorts filmed in just a few days.
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