Keen to climb the social ladder by marrying a rich widow, Oliver finds the nerve to cheat on his partner Stanley. What he doesn't know is that her favorite hobby is murder--and it looks like he's next.
Is this actually worth the watch? If you love the classic Laurel and Hardy dynamic, you'll probably get a kick out of this one. It's not their most famous short, but it’s got a weird, dark energy that sets it apart. If you want high-concept plot points or complex character arcs, skip it. You’ll probably hate it if you ...
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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Lloyd French
Henry Edwards
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"Is this actually worth the watch? If you love the classic Laurel and Hardy dynamic, you'll probably get a kick out of this one. It's not their most famous short, but it’s got a weird, dark energy that sets it apart. If you want high-concept plot points or complex character arcs, skip it. You’ll probably hate it if you just want pure, lighthearted slapstick without a side of impending execution. The premise is simple enough: Oliver thinks he’s wooing a rich widow, but he’s really just walking in..."
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