Flirty Birdy
Flirty Birdy

Flirty Birdy

1945
Movie
7 min
English

Tom is all set to eat Jerry when a hawk swoops down and grabs Jerry. To get Jerry back, Tom poses as a female hawk and quickly finds his new lover to be more than he bargained for.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Sid MarcusGenres: Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

A man tries to woo a woman in a park, but his clumsy attempts at impressing her lead to a series of comical mishaps. He tries various stunts and pick-up lines, each met with awkwardness or outright failure. The short humorously depicts the tribulations of a hopeful suitor.

Critical Reception

As a short comedy from 1945, 'Flirty Birdy' was primarily intended for brief entertainment in movie theaters. Its reception was likely tied to the popularity of its stars and its placement on a double bill. Contemporary reviews would have focused on its comedic timing and gags rather than deep artistic merit.

What Reviewers Say

  • Relies on slapstick and physical comedy for its laughs.
  • Features a notable cast of vaudeville and comedy performers.
  • A brief, lighthearted diversion typical of its era's short subjects.

Google audience: Audience reception for 'Flirty Birdy' is difficult to ascertain through modern platforms due to its age and format as a short film. It's likely appreciated by fans of classic comedy shorts for its nostalgic value and simple humor.

Fun Fact

This short film is part of the 'Our Gang' (The Little Rascals) series, though it features a different cast of children and adults in a standalone story.

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