So You Want to Be a Paper Hanger
So You Want to Be a Paper Hanger

So You Want to Be a Paper Hanger

1951Movie10 minEnglish

Joe McDoakes, ever obliging and always helpful, volunteers to hang the new wallpaper for his wife.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Hal Roach Jr.Genres: Short Film, Comedy, Educational

Plot Summary

This short film, part of the 'So You Want to Be...' series, humorously guides the audience through the supposed challenges and intricacies of becoming a wallpaper hanger. It showcases the often-overlooked details of a trade with comedic flair. The narrative follows a protagonist who believes the job is simple, only to discover the practical difficulties involved.

Critical Reception

As a short educational comedy from the era, its reception was generally positive within its niche, praised for its lighthearted approach to a mundane topic. Contemporary audiences likely found it entertaining and informative for its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Amusingly illustrates the complexities of a seemingly simple trade.
  • Features lighthearted comedic performances.
  • Provides a dated yet entertaining look at vocational guidance.

Google audience: Audience reception for this specific short film is not widely documented on Google platforms. However, films from this era and series were generally well-received for their informative and humorous content.

Fun Fact

This short film is part of a series produced by Hal Roach Studios, known for its comedy shorts, and aimed to inform and entertain viewers about various professions.

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