Typical Amos 'n Andy storyline has the boys trying to make a go of their "open-air" taxi business while they get caught up in a society hassle, involving driving musicians to a fancy party. All the regular characters are here (or mentioned), including the famous Mystic Knights of the Sea.
This one, Check and Double Check, is a real time capsule. If you're into old-time radio or early sound films, especially anything with Duke Ellington, you should probably check it out. Others? Well, you might find it a tough sit. It’s got that specific kind of early talkie charm, but it also shows its age, big time. Ex...
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"This one, Check and Double Check, is a real time capsule. If you're into old-time radio or early sound films, especially anything with Duke Ellington, you should probably check it out. Others? Well, you might find it a tough sit. It’s got that specific kind of early talkie charm, but it also shows its age, big time. Expect something slow and a bit… odd. 😬 So, the whole deal here is that it's the only film appearance of Amos 'n Andy, those huge radio stars. Freeman F. Gosden and Charles J. Corr..."
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