Enjoy the Show! _______________________ I Believe all media should be enjoyed ______________________ So here is a classic! _______________________ Title: Dora's Dunking Doughnuts Director: Harry Edwards Writers: Ernest Pagano, Ewart Adamson Cinematography: Dwight Warren Studio: Educational Pictures Distributor: Fox Film Corporation Runtime: Approximately 20 minutes Language: English Country of Origin: United States Format: Black and White Sound: Mono Release Date: September 1, 1933 Status: Public Domain Genres: Comedy, Musical Short, Family --- Cast: Andy Clyde as Andy Wilson, the schoolteacher Ethel Sykes as Dora, the bakery owner Shirley Temple as Shirley, one of the students Bud Jamison as Radio Station Manager Florence Gill as Singer on Radio Program Fern Emmett as Woman at Radio Station Billy Engle, Si Jenks, Sidney Miller in supporting roles --- Synopsis: In this charming short film, schoolteacher Andy Wilson frequents Dora's bakery each morning for coffee and doughnuts. Enamored with both Dora and her delectable treats, Andy concocts a plan to boost her business. He enlists his musically talented students to perform on a radio show, aiming to advertise the bakery's offerings. However, the live broadcast spirals into chaos when bickering mothers of the students engage in a comedic brawl, leading listeners to believe the program is a comedy show. --- Production Notes: Shirley Temple's Early Role: This film features a young Shirley Temple in one of her early screen appearances, showcasing her budding talent that would soon captivate audiences worldwide. Florence Gill's Unique Performance: Florence Gill, known for voicing hens in Disney cartoons, delivers a memorable live-action performance, imitating a hen on the radio program. Educational Pictures: The studio was known for producing short subjects and comedy films during the early 20th century, with this film being a notable example. --- Themes & Analysis: Community and Collaboration: The film highlights the power of community efforts, with students and teachers coming together to support a local business. Media and Miscommunication: The chaotic radio broadcast serves as a humorous commentary on the unpredictability of live media and the potential for misinterpretation. Early 20th-Century Americana: The setting and characters provide a glimpse into small-town American life during the 1930s, emphasizing simplicity and neighborly bonds. --- Reception & Legacy: Public Domain Status: Having entered the public domain, the film is widely accessible for viewing and distribution. Cultural Impact: While not as renowned as Shirley Temple's later works, this short film offers insight into her early career and the comedic styles of the era. Preservation: Various versions of the film are available, though some may vary in quality due to the age and preservation methods of the original prints. --- Trivia: Title Confusion: The film is sometimes mistakenly referred to as "Dora's Dunking Donuts," but the correct title is "Dora's Dunking Doughnuts." Runtime Variations: While the original runtime is approximately 20 minutes, some versions may be slightly shorter due to edits or missing footage in surviving prints. Radio Broadcast Theme: The film's plot centers around a radio broadcast, reflecting the medium's significance in 1930s entertainment and advertising. _______________________ Thank you for watching — feel free to like, comment, and subscribe for more classic movies and other content that might be of interest. _______________________ #PublicDomain #PublicDomainMovies #ClassicMovies #FreeMovies #VintageMovies #RetroCinema #OldMovies #FullMovie #MovieNight #FreeToWatch #ClassicCinema #MovieLovers #CinemaHistory #FilmHistory #TimelessMovies #MustWatch #OldSchoolCinema #CultClassic #HiddenGems #NowPlaying #GoldenAgeOfCinema #MoviesOnline #WatchFree #ClassicHollywood #RetroMovies #PublicDomainFilm #FreeFilm #ClassicEntertainment #WatchNow #StreamingFree #MovieArchive #HistoricCinema #LegendaryMovies #FilmBuff #MovieBuff #IndependentCinema #ClassicAdventure #VintageFilm #OldSchoolMovies #ReliveTheClassics #PublicDomainCinema #TimelessClassics #CinematicTreasures #GoldenOldies #MovieClassics #RetroFilm #ClassicScreen #OldMovieNight #CinemaLovers