This is a highly entertaining Laurel and Hardy short from the silent era.
Plot In a Nutshell: Two unemployed and recently homeless musicians turn to panhandling, with disastrous results.
Why I rated it an '8': Simply put, it had me laughing or at least smiling throughout the entire 20 minutes. I don't know if any moment reaches the heights of their absolute best work, but there are plenty of funny moments here. From the band stand to the lodging house to the city streets, Laurel and Hardy bring their "A" game to this loose collection of sketches woven into a story. The highlight is unquestionably the finale, where no less than 15-20 men engage in a pants-ripping melee that will leave you in stitches. I sure was!
8/10. Would I watch again (Y/N)?: Yes, absolutely. Good stuff!
Plot In a Nutshell: Two unemployed and recently homeless musicians turn to panhandling, with disastrous results.
Why I rated it an '8': Simply put, it had me laughing or at least smiling throughout the entire 20 minutes. I don't know if any moment reaches the heights of their absolute best work, but there are plenty of funny moments here. From the band stand to the lodging house to the city streets, Laurel and Hardy bring their "A" game to this loose collection of sketches woven into a story. The highlight is unquestionably the finale, where no less than 15-20 men engage in a pants-ripping melee that will leave you in stitches. I sure was!
8/10. Would I watch again (Y/N)?: Yes, absolutely. Good stuff!