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New News (1937) is one of those 2-reel comedies from Columbia that really captures that chaotic energy of the time. Tom Kennedy and Monty Collins lead the way with solid performances that drive the zany plot forward. The pacing is brisk—typical for these shorts—keeping you engaged with rapid-fire gags and slapstick humor. You can’t help but notice the similarities to the later 3 Stooges short, Crash Goes the Hash, which can spark a bit of debate among collectors about originality in comedy. It's a fascinating peek into the era's comedic styles and how they evolved, and it’s always fun to see how earlier works influenced what came after.
New News holds a certain intrigue among collectors, especially given its precedence over the 3 Stooges' later adaptation of the same plot. The film has been released in various formats, but original prints can be quite rare, making them sought after. It's interesting to see how these early comedies laid the groundwork for future slapstick and the way they reflected the comedic sensibilities of the late 1930s.
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