Comedy Our Gang: The MGM talkies (1929-1938)

Fly My Kite

Name: Fly My Kite
Director: Robert F. McGowan
Genre: Comedy
Released: 1931-01-01
Duration: 21 min
Cast: Matthew Beard, Norman Chaney, Dorothy DeBorba, Mae Busch, Mary Ann Jackson

1931Dir. Robert F. McGowan21m

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Fly My Kite (1931) is a curious entry in early sound comedy, directed by Robert F. McGowan. It centers around this rather greedy guy plotting to dump his mother in an old folks home. The twist? She’s sitting on a goldmine of stock certificates. The pacing is lively, typical of the era, with that classic back-and-forth comedic rhythm, but there's a kind of biting satire under the surface regarding family and greed. The performances are a blend of slapstick and a bit of pathos, which keeps it interesting. The practical effects, while simple, add a quaint charm—no CGI here! What makes it stand out is how it intertwines humor with a critique of familial obligations.

Explores themes of family and greed.Interesting early sound comedy pacing.Charming practical effects enhance the narrative.