Mummy's Boys
Mummy's Boys

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Mummy's Boys

1936
Movie
68 min
English

Wheeler & Woolsey comedy about two moronic ditch diggers, recruited for an archaeology expedition, getting mixed up with jewel thieves and an ancient Egyptian "curse."

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Charles BartonGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A young man inherits a fortune, but his inheritance is contingent upon him marrying a woman chosen by his eccentric mother. He attempts to circumvent this by pretending to be married to his friend, leading to a series of comedic mishaps and mistaken identities. The situation escalates as he tries to find a way out while navigating the affections of multiple women and the demands of his overbearing mother.

Critical Reception

Mummy's Boys is a lighthearted comedy that showcases Buster Keaton's signature physical comedy, though it's often considered a minor work in his filmography. While it didn't achieve the critical acclaim of his silent masterpieces, it provided a pleasant diversion for audiences of its time, leaning heavily on slapstick and farcical situations.

What Reviewers Say

  • Buster Keaton's physical comedy is on full display.

  • The plot relies on traditional mistaken identity and farcical situations.

  • Considered a less significant entry in Keaton's career.

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Fun Fact

This film marked one of Buster Keaton's early sound film roles after a string of successful silent comedies, attempting to adapt his unique comedic style to the new medium.

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