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A Happy Man
Claude, shy, instructs Michel to declare his love to Simone, the young girl he loves. But Michel seduces her and becomes engaged to her. She surprises him in the arms of another, breaks off her engagement and marries Claude, whom she has come to know and love.
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Plot Summary
A man obsessed with cleanliness finds himself in a series of escalating comedic mishaps. He attempts to maintain his pristine environment while dealing with unexpected intrusions and chaos. The film follows his increasingly frantic efforts to restore order to his meticulously kept world.
Critical Reception
As a short film from 1933, detailed critical reception is scarce. However, films of this era featuring Hugh Herbert typically relied on his distinctive comedic persona for audience enjoyment. It likely received a positive reception from audiences of the time for its lighthearted entertainment.
What Reviewers Say
Relies heavily on slapstick and physical comedy.
Hugh Herbert's manic performance is central to the humor.
A typical, lighthearted short film of its era.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific short film from 1933 is not available.
Fun Fact
Hugh Herbert was known for his eccentric, often befuddled characters, which he brought to life in numerous short films and features throughout the Golden Age of Hollywood.
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