Married by the Stork

About This Movie

So, 'Married by the Stork' is this quirky little comedy from 1932 that plays with some really interesting themes surrounding parenthood and societal norms. The story revolves around a modern sculptor in Berlin who’s chasing down a rather unexpected model—a London policeman who’s also a boxer. The interactions between these characters have a certain light-hearted charm, and there's a playful undercurrent to their chemistry. It’s interesting how the film touches on the idea of unconventional family structures, all wrapped up in a comedic package. The pacing feels just right for its time, not too rushed, allowing the humor to breathe a bit. It’s not something you see every day, which makes it a curiosity in pre-Code cinema.

Finding 'Married by the Stork' on home video is a bit of a treasure hunt; its availability is quite limited, which adds to its collector appeal. There were a few releases on DVD, but they often go unnoticed. As for formats, I’ve seen it pop up sporadically on various classic film compilations, but the original prints are generally hard to track down. Interest in early comedies from this era seems to be on the rise, so this one might get some more eyes on it as collectors dig deeper into the genre.