Brick-a-Brac
Brick-a-Brac

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Brick-a-Brac

1935
Movie
19 min
English

Edgar becomes increasingly frustrated by his wife's obsession with collecting cheap, useless trinkets known as "bric-a-brac". The household tension escalates as Edgar attempts to navigate a home cluttered with fragile items, leading to the physical comedy and "slow burn" frustration for which Edgar Kennedy was famous. An episode of the "Mr. Average Man" series.

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Director: Arthur WoodsGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A charming but penniless young man inherits a London pawnshop, which he plans to sell quickly. However, his intentions are complicated when he falls for the shop's lovely assistant and discovers that the shop holds more than just dusty relics; it contains a secret that could change his fortunes and his heart.

Critical Reception

This early British comedy was generally well-received for its lighthearted entertainment and romantic plot, though it is not widely remembered today.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its pleasant, if predictable, romantic storyline.

  • Found to be a light and enjoyable comedic diversion.

  • Deemed a charming, albeit minor, entry in British cinema of the era.

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Fun Fact

The film's setting in a pawnshop allowed for a variety of quirky characters and potentially valuable, or sentimental, items to feature in the narrative.

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