Film Overview"Thicker Than Water" is a short funny movie that was released in 1935, starring the well-known comic duo Laurel and Hardy. This film was directed by James W. Horne, with a story composed by Stan Laurel himself. The runtime of the film is around 20 minutes. Leslie Goodwins and James Parrott co-wrote the movie script. Produced by Hal Roach, the movie's property revolves around these 2 characters' unfortunate efforts to handle domestic and monetary concerns that culminate in extremely comedic situations.
Plot SummaryAt the start of the film, Hardy, played by Oliver Hardy, will lose his furnishings due to debts, while his other half gives him an ultimatum to clear the financial obligation or danger losing her also. As a service, he decides to borrow money from his friend Stanley, portrayed by Stan Laurel. Stanley voluntarily consents to Hardy's demand to withdraw his cost savings and provide it to him.
Upon reaching the bank, the pair undergo hilarious scenarios, including a typewriter and various bank employees, in which a series of comedic misunderstandings occur that postpone the deal considerably. Ultimately, Laurel unintentionally signs a life insurance coverage contract instead of a withdrawal form, which makes Hardy his recipient.
Turning PointLater on, Hardy suggests using the life insurance as a pawn, which would briefly fix his financial crisis. However, this would require one of them to be significantly injured to get the insurance cash. Laurel does not comprehend this and attempts to secure Hardy from any possible injuries, triggering additional amusing situations.
Concurrently, the two nuisances continue their mischief in your home, where Hardy's spouse is waiting impatiently for the furnishings payments. They accidentally end up breaking all the valuable furniture to pieces while attempting to bring it upstairs to save it from the debt collectors.
Climax and AftermathIn the climax, the duo tries to fix a doorbell, which rather gets stuck in a constantly calling condition, triggering them to go mad. In the midst of this chaos, a door-to-door salesman arrives offering books. An angered Hardy incorrectly thinks this to be the furnishings men he's been preventing and vents his disappointment on the guy, leading to unforeseen effects.
The movie ends on a high note as Hardy slips on a roller skate and falls off the veranda, fulfilling the insurance plan's mishap stipulation. Laurel runs to his side, worried about the mishap, but Hardy, understanding the possible payment, guarantees Laurel it's their lucky day. The movie concludes with Laurel's timeless, contagious giggle as he sprays soda water in Hardy's face.
Conclusion"Thicker Than Water" is a timeless Laurel and Hardy comic ensemble that showcases the dynamic humor and flawless comedic timing of these famous stars. Their chemistry, integrated with classic slapstick humor, makes the audience resiliently captivated, making the film stand the test of time as a classic funny classic.
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