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The Broadway Hoofer
Broadway dancing star Adele Dorey who, overworked and exhausted, suddenly ups and leaves New York in favor of a country village. But when promoter Bobby Lewis (Egan) of the barnstorming Gay Girlies Burlesque Company arrives in town, he picks an incognito Adele among all the pretty village girls to star in his new show. On a lark, Adele introduces her maid Jane (Louise Fazenda) as her mother and accepts a contract. When Adele's identity is finally revealed, the slumming star apologizes for her deception by offering Bobby a Broadway job.
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck stage performer, disillusioned with the harsh realities of Broadway, finds himself drawn to a more humble and potentially rewarding path. He grapples with his dreams and the sacrifices required to achieve them in the competitive world of entertainment.
Critical Reception
As an early sound film and a short, 'The Broadway Hoofer' is primarily of historical interest. Contemporary reviews would have focused on its technical aspects and performances, typical for the era's rapid transition to sound.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its early adoption of sound technology for musical numbers.
Noted for the energetic performance of its lead actor.
Considered a minor but charming example of early musical shorts.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this short film from 1929 is not readily available.
Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
This short film was an early directorial effort by William Wyler, who would go on to become one of Hollywood's most acclaimed and versatile directors, winning three Academy Awards for Best Director.
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