I like when W.C. Fields is cruel to a small child.
The Great McGonigle and his troupe of third-rate vaudevillians manage to stay one step ahead of the bill collectors and the sheriff.
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2The Old-Fashioned Way is showing in 1 cinema in Los Angeles — next screening Saturday 1 August at 10:00 at Vista Theatre.
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6What people say
Among other things, W.C. Fields does his famous juggling routine in this. He literally does it on stage, because what's the point of integrating it into the "story"? If anything, this could do with a lot less plot - an ethos that Fields would not fully perfect until The Bank Dick.This has all of director William Beaudine's authorial signatures. Medium shots. Close ups. Continuity editing. Long shots.
Juggling FTW!So fun with a crowd at the New Beverly! Beaudine lives!
Common questions
What is The Old-Fashioned Way about?+
A down-on-his-luck theatrical manager leads a troupe of third-rate actors across the country while frantically avoiding bill collectors and the law.
Who directed The Old-Fashioned Way?+
It was directed by American filmmaker William Beaudine, a prolific director of the classic Hollywood era.
Is this film suitable for classic comedy fans?+
Yes, it is a staple for those who enjoy W.C. Fields' signature brand of misanthropic wit, slapstick humor, and impressive variety performances.
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