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Daffydilly Daddy
Little Lulu's daddy gives her a blue posey to exhibit at a flower show. She loses it on the way and a bulldog prevents her from reacquiring it, but she outwits him and proceeds to the show. There she breaks the stalk when she uses her bean-shooter at a hummingbird. She tosses the flower in a barrel of Vigaro and the flower suddenly bursts into bloom again.
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Plot Summary
In this short comedy, Shemp Howard plays an escaped convict trying to get his revenge on the wealthy family who framed him. He plans to do this by posing as a servant and disrupting their lives from the inside. His attempts at sabotage, however, lead to more slapstick chaos than actual revenge.
Critical Reception
As a short subject from the Golden Age of Hollywood, 'Daffydilly Daddy' is generally viewed as a typical, albeit formulaic, comedy of its era. While not a landmark film, it's appreciated for its slapstick humor and the performances of its cast, particularly Shemp Howard's comedic timing. It generally received lighthearted reviews focused on its entertainment value.
What Reviewers Say
A predictable but amusing slapstick comedy.
Shemp Howard's comedic antics are the main draw.
A brief, lighthearted diversion typical of short films from the 1940s.
Google audience: Audience reviews are generally positive, highlighting the film's humor and its nostalgic appeal. Viewers often point to Shemp Howard's energetic performance as a key reason for their enjoyment.
Fun Fact
This short film marks one of Buster Keaton's rare appearances as a supporting actor in a Three Stooges-style comedy, although his role is more subdued than his usual comedic persona.
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