FreeHugs — 2 years ago(December 07, 2023 12:07 AM)

I have this on dvd as part of the Laurel and Hardy Essential comedy collection box set. (It's a great 10 disc set with over 32 hours of material, including all of the sound shorts — 40, made between 1929 and 1935, as well as the feature-length “Pardon Us” (1931), “Pack Up Your Troubles” (1932), “Sons of the Desert” (1933), “The Bohemian Girl” (1936), “Our Relations” (1936), “Way Out West” (1937), “Swiss Miss” (1938), “Block-Heads” (1938), “A Chump at Oxford” (1940) and “Saps at Sea” (1940). Plus there are special features including commentaries and a tribute to the duo. I recommend it to fans of classic comedy.) I really enjoy this film. This type of comedy works for me and I laughed quite a bit at the antics of Laurel and Hardy. Their performances are a lot of fun and they had wonderful chemistry together. I liked the wives performances too. The screenplay is delightful, with many funny lines and amusing moments. The direction by William A. Seiter, a really underrated and sadly mostly forgotten director, is pitch perfect for the material. Sons of the Desert is such a fun romp and a delightful blast. This is one of my all time favourite classic comedies. 10/10