Make Mine Laughs
Make Mine Laughs

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Make Mine Laughs

1949
Movie
63 min
English

A kind of filmed vaudeville show, using old material from RKO films and some new.

Insights

IMDb5.8/10
Director: S. Sylvan SimonGenres: Comedy, Musical

Plot Summary

A musical comedy that showcases a series of vaudeville-style acts and comedic routines. The film follows a group of performers putting on a show, featuring various song-and-dance numbers and stand-up comedy bits. It's a lighthearted showcase of popular entertainers of the era.

Critical Reception

Make Mine Laughs received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics upon its release, primarily due to its thin plot and reliance on a series of loosely connected vaudeville acts. While some acknowledged the talent of the performers, many found the overall presentation dated and lacking in cohesive narrative. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with its appeal largely limited to fans of the individual comedians.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is more of a revue than a cohesive story.

  • Features performances by popular comedians but lacks a strong script.

  • Considered a somewhat dated showcase of vaudeville talent.

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Fun Fact

The film is notable for featuring a collection of comedians from various backgrounds, attempting to bring the energy of live vaudeville to the screen during a time when the format was already in decline.

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