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The Fuller Brush Man
Poor Red Jones gets fired from every job he tries. His fiancée gives him one last chance to make good when he becomes a Fuller Brush man. His awkward attempts at sales are further complicated when one of his customers is murdered and he becomes the prime suspect.
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Plot Summary
Red Skelton stars as "Red" Jones, a well-meaning but clumsy door-to-door salesman for the Fuller Brush Company. Desperate for money to clear his name after being framed for a murder he didn't commit, Red embarks on a series of increasingly chaotic sales pitches. His attempts to sell brushes and clear his name lead him into a dangerous entanglement with a dangerous criminal gang and a beautiful heiress.
Critical Reception
The Fuller Brush Man was a commercial success, largely due to the popularity of its star, Red Skelton. While not critically acclaimed for its sophisticated plot, the film was praised for its comedic performances and lighthearted tone, providing pure escapist entertainment for audiences of the era. It is remembered as a quintessential example of Skelton's slapstick comedy style.
What Reviewers Say
Red Skelton's comedic timing and physical gags are the main draw.
The plot, while thin, serves as a sufficient vehicle for Skelton's antics.
A light and entertaining comedy that delivers laughs.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate appreciation for Red Skelton's signature comedic performance and the film's generally amusing nature. Many viewers found it to be a classic example of his humor and a pleasant, easy-to-watch movie.
Fun Fact
The film was a significant box office success, grossing over $2.7 million domestically, which was a considerable sum for a comedy at the time and solidified Red Skelton's status as a major movie star.
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