"Dublin in Brass" (1935) Smith, Rogers & Eddie Routine

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A short slapstick comedy routine from the virtually forgotten Vaudeville team of Smith, Rogers & Eddie in the 1935 musical comedy short "Dublin in Brass". This team had an unusual gimmick in that the "straight man" was an attractive young lady who took part in the physical humor. This clip might possibly be the team's only existing appearance on film. (please let me know if you have differing or additional information)

In this clip, the St. Patrick's Day parade in NYC has just passed, and these jokers take advantage of the pre-existing audience and jump into the street for a quick slapstick routine.

Most of the short film "Dublin in Brass" is a showcase for crooner Morton Downey, although there are three dancing numbers, this slapstick routine, and some good natured jokes poked at Irish Policeman stereotypes in the non-musical parts.

And yes... Morton Downey is the father of that loudmouth who was on TV in the late 80's.

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Film & Animation

Tags:

• Vaudeville
• slapstick

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A Classic.