A Star Is Shorn
Originally released in 1939. A Star Is Shorn is a comedy film. directed by Del Lord. At just 19 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Danny Webb, Mary Treen, and Ethelreda Leopold
Synopsis
Danny Webb plays wanna-be Hollywood agent, Speedy Williams, while Mary Treen plays Patsy, the best friend of Hazel Hackenschmitt (Ethelreda Leopold). Having just won the hometown title of "Miss Maple Syrup", Hazel decides to move to Hollywood to be a star. Speedy cooks up a scheme to get her seen by important Hollywood producer, B.O. Botswaddle (Raymond Brown) who is known to never make a move without Astrological guidance. This scheme involves making up Patsy with turban and a 3rd Eye, and introducing her to Botswaddle as a mystical seer... one, of course, who see's Hazel as the star of his next motion picture. Naturally, things do not go as planned. Treen is especially memorable in a wonderfully goofy role.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 20, 1939
86 years ago
Runtime
0h 19m
19 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A Star Is Shorn about?
Danny Webb plays wanna-be Hollywood agent, Speedy Williams, while Mary Treen plays Patsy, the best friend of Hazel Hackenschmitt (Ethelreda Leopold). Having just won the hometown title of "Miss Map...
Who directed A Star Is Shorn?
A Star Is Shorn was directed by Del Lord.
How long is A Star Is Shorn?
A Star Is Shorn has a runtime of 0 hours and 19 minutes (19 minutes total).
When was A Star Is Shorn released?
A Star Is Shorn was released on April 20, 1939 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in A Star Is Shorn?
The main cast of A Star Is Shorn includes Danny Webb, Mary Treen, Ethelreda Leopold, Vernon Dent, Beatrice Blinn.