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Colonial Canteen
Our hero is the canteen man of the regiment ;with his bossy missus,as infuriating as his military superiors,he reigns ,so to speak ,over the grunts' grub. One fine day,opportunity knocks: his brother has just died;would you believe it,he made a fortune in America ,and our canteen man is the sole legatee: 100 million bucks. Overnight,his life (and his wife's ) change:not only his mates tell him stories to make his heart bleed to get some dough,but two aristocrats,a marquis and an earl,short of the readies,want the canteen man's daughter, a wise girl in love with a deserving young lawyer doing his military service,to become their daughter-in-law ,and to latch on to the girl's dowry.
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Plot Summary
In this musical short, Buster Keaton plays a cook in a colonial-era canteen who is trying to impress a visiting general. The Three Stooges, as soldiers, create chaos and comedic disruption, often interfering with Keaton's efforts to maintain order and prepare a satisfactory meal.
Critical Reception
As a short film from the 1930s, 'Colonial Canteen' is primarily remembered for its comedic performances, particularly from Buster Keaton and the burgeoning popularity of The Three Stooges. It is a lighthearted piece that showcases the slapstick and musical numbers characteristic of the era.
What Reviewers Say
Features classic slapstick comedy from Buster Keaton and The Three Stooges.
A light and entertaining musical short typical of its time.
Enjoyable for its historical context and comedic performances.
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Fun Fact
This short film marked one of the few times Buster Keaton and The Three Stooges appeared together, with Keaton's comedic talents being somewhat overshadowed by the energetic antics of Moe, Larry, and Curly.
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