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Movie poster: Don Key (Son of Burro) (1926)
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Don Key (Son of Burro)

1926 · 20 min Comedy
6.0 / 10 · TMDB

The head of a big movie studio is pulling his hair out because the company is bankrupt unless they can find a writer for a smash comedy. An aspiring writer is awaiting outside the office and the producer agrees to see him. He listens while the writer tells his story and acts the numerous parts. The story is rotten, but the producer lets him escape while vowing vengeance on any other author who would read his story aloud.

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Year 1926
Country United States of America
Genre Comedy
Director J.A. Howe
Runtime 20 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.0/10 (1 votes)

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The film constructs a classic comedic setup, relying on the stark contrast between the producer's despair and the writer's naive enthusiasm. It explores physical humor and grotesque impersonation as the writer acts out his terrible story.

Those who tire of overly complex plots will find joy in this simple, satirical jab at Hollywood desperation. What lingers after the final reel is a cheerful smirk at the eternal gap between ambition and skill. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: J.A. Howe

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