Orders Is Orders
A brash American movie producer arrives at an army base in England wanting to shoot a movie and use the soldiers as extras. The base commander doesn't want any part of it, but the producer and his secretary cook up a scheme to trick the officer into letting him use the base and its men. Their plan succeeds, but things don't turn out quite the way they were expecting.
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Plot Summary
A bumbling sergeant in the U.S. Army is tasked with guarding a mysterious box that turns out to contain a revolutionary new type of weapon. He and his misfit platoon must keep it safe from spies and saboteurs, leading to a series of chaotic and humorous situations. The film culminates in a frantic race against time to deliver the device.
Critical Reception
Orders Is Orders was generally well-received upon its release, praised for its lighthearted humor and the comedic talents of its lead. While not considered a cinematic masterpiece, it provided an enjoyable and escapist wartime comedy for audiences.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its slapstick comedy and Joe E. Brown's energetic performance.
- Found to be a light and entertaining diversion, particularly for its target audience.
- Some critics noted predictable plot points but enjoyed the overall silliness.
Google audience: Audience reception information for this film from 1933 is not readily available through modern Google user reviews.
Fun Fact
The film was based on the British play 'The Night of the Garter' by Reginald Arkell, which had a very different, non-military setting.
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