Show Business

About This Movie

Show Business (1932) is a real oddity, directed by Jules White, known for his work in comedy shorts. The film captures this chaotic energy aboard a train, featuring a bunch of girls and their mischievous pet monkey who cause all sorts of trouble for a Broadway troupe. The pacing is brisk, with physical comedy that feels a bit frenetic at times, which is part of its charm. You get a glimpse of early sound comedy, and the performances are lively, if not a bit over-the-top, which fits the tone perfectly. It's all very slapstick, but there's a certain innocence that I find appealing - the practical effects, like the monkey's antics, lend a tangible quality that modern films sometimes lack. Definitely a curiosity in the realm of early talkies.

Interesting early sound comedyFeatures physical slapstick humorNotable for its capricious atmosphere