Henry, an unemployed London street entertainer, gets his big break when he is engaged to perform as the opening act of a cabaret in local pub. He proves a huge success and his popularity ensures his transition from pub entertainer to star performer.
Is it worth your time? Honestly, only if you have a soft spot for 1930s British comedy. If you’re looking for a tight, modern script, you’ll probably find this thing a bit of a slog. But for the curious? It’s got a weird, quiet charm that makes it worth a look on a rainy Tuesday. The story is simple enough. Henry is a...
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"Is it worth your time? Honestly, only if you have a soft spot for 1930s British comedy. If you’re looking for a tight, modern script, you’ll probably find this thing a bit of a slog. But for the curious? It’s got a weird, quiet charm that makes it worth a look on a rainy Tuesday. The story is simple enough. Henry is a guy on the street, trying to make a few coins. Then he gets a shot at a real stage. That’s about it. It moves fast, maybe too fast, like the filmmakers were scared the audience wo..."
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