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The Laurel & Hardy Moving Co. have a challenging job on their hands (and backs): hauling a player piano up a monumental flight of stairs to Prof. von Schwarzenhoffen's house. Their task is complicated by a sassy nursemaid and, unbeknownst to them, the impatient Prof. von Schwarzenhoffen himself. But the biggest problem is the force of gravity, which repeatedly pulls the piano back down to the bottom of the stairs.
Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy are tasked with delivering a player piano up a long, imposing flight of stairs to a new home. Their efforts are hampered by a difficult customer, a disapproving landlady, and the sheer unwieldiness of the piano. The comedic chaos escalates as they struggle, leading to a hilariously destructive conclusion.
Widely regarded as one of Laurel and Hardy's finest shorts, 'The Music Box' is celebrated for its simple yet effective premise, impeccable comedic timing, and the duo's masterful physical comedy. It is a prime example of their enduring appeal and a standout in the history of short comedy films.
Laurel and Hardy's physical comedy and perfect timing are on full display.
A classic example of escalating comedic chaos.
The simple premise allows for maximum comedic impact.
Google audience: While specific Google user ratings are not readily available for this classic short, general audience reception consistently praises its timeless humor and the iconic performances of Laurel and Hardy.
Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film, Comedy (1932)
The iconic staircase, now known as the 'Music Box Steps', is located at 929 Vendome Street in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Los Angeles and is a designated Los Angeles Historic-Cultural Monument.
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'Foundered in 1931', Laurel and Hardy decide that they have to recalibrate their extensive business empire, so armed with $3-odd, they go into the horse and cart-powered piano-delivering business. Now this is not an instrument that's going ...
This is to me the finest Laurel and Hardy film ever made, not to mention one of the greatest comedies or movies ever made. Period.