To impress his fiancee's aunt, a young man tries to become king in a small kingdom, but the people there have already crowned one, who has won this honor by gambling. So he plans a coup d'etat.


Is it worth the watch? If you have a soft spot for early 1930s slapstick and guys who talk way too fast, you’ll probably find this charming. People who hate puns or grainy audio should stay far away from this one. 🏃♂️ It is a movie for people who like to see how comedy worked before everyone got so polished. It's me...

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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

Edward F. Cline

Edward F. Cline
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"Is it worth the watch? If you have a soft spot for early 1930s slapstick and guys who talk way too fast, you’ll probably find this charming. People who hate puns or grainy audio should stay far away from this one. 🏃♂️ It is a movie for people who like to see how comedy worked before everyone got so polished. It's messy and loud. The story is basically about a guy named Zander who wants to marry this girl. But her aunt, played by the wonderful Edna May Oliver, won't let it happen unless he is..."
Al Boasberg, Ralph Spence
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