Man or Mouse
Man or Mouse

Man or Mouse

1948Movie19 minEnglish

Sterling's physique doesn't impress his girlfriend's father, who is a bodybuilder. She decides to pump him up in order to get her father's approval.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Karl AntonGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

A seemingly ordinary man discovers he has a peculiar talent: he can understand and talk to animals. This ability leads to a series of comical and chaotic situations as he tries to navigate his newfound gift. He uses his powers to help out a variety of creatures, often to the bewilderment of the humans around him. The film follows his adventures as he balances his secret life with his everyday existence.

Critical Reception

Man or Mouse was a lighthearted comedy that found an audience for its whimsical premise and family-friendly appeal. While not a critical darling, it was generally regarded as an amusing diversion with a charming performance from its lead. Its reception was modest, fitting its stature as a pleasant, if unremarkable, cinematic offering of its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique premise of a man communicating with animals.
  • Enjoyed for its lighthearted and family-friendly comedic tone.
  • Seen as a charming, if somewhat simple, comedic tale.

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Fun Fact

The film's original French title is 'Le çi va la vie'.

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