Vermuda, a saleswoman in a department store, is very late for work. She relies on a ruse to fool the floorwalker, and when that doesn't work, she relies on her friendship with the store manager.


Sure-Mike! (1931) is an engaging exploration of workplace and personal relationships set in the bustling world of a department store. The film, directed by Hal Roach, stars Fay Wray as Vermuda, a saleswoman who quickly finds herself in a series of awkward and humorous situations as she tries to navigate the corporate l...

still_frame

still_frame


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

Fred Guiol

Ralph Ince
Community
Log in to comment.
"Sure-Mike! (1931) is an engaging exploration of workplace and personal relationships set in the bustling world of a department store. The film, directed by Hal Roach, stars Fay Wray as Vermuda, a saleswoman who quickly finds herself in a series of awkward and humorous situations as she tries to navigate the corporate ladder and her interactions with the store manager. Vermuda, portrayed with subtlety and depth by Fay Wray, is a character whose journey is both relatable and oddly poignant. Her l..."
Hal Roach
United States

