description Horse Feathers Overview
Horse Feathers is a 1932 comedy film featuring the Marx Brothers alongside Thelma Todd and David Landau. The screenplay was collaboratively developed by several writers, drawing upon material from their earlier stage production, *Fun in Hi Skule*. Released before the implementation of modern motion picture codes, the film utilizes slang terms like “horse feathers” in its comedic narrative.
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info Horse Feathers Specifications
| Country | United States |
| Year | 1932 |
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Who stars in the 1932 film Horse Feathers?
Horse Feathers features the iconic Marx Brothers, including Groucho, Harpo, Chico, and Zeppo Marx. They star alongside Thelma Todd and David Landau in this classic pre-Code Hollywood comedy.
What is the plot of Horse Feathers?
The film revolves around Quincy Adams Wagstaff, played by Groucho, who becomes the president of Huxley College and attempts to recruit professional football players to beat their rival, Darwin College. The narrative draws upon comedic material originally developed for their earlier stage production, Fun in Hi Skule.
Is Horse Feathers a pre-Code film?
Yes, the movie was released in 1932, placing it right before the strict enforcement of the Hays Production Code in 1934. Because of this, it contains more suggestive humor and irreverent jokes that would have been heavily censored in later Hollywood decades.
Are there any famous musical performances in Horse Feathers?
Yes, the film features the classic Marx Brothers musicality, most notably with Groucho Marx performing the song "Everyone Says I Love You." Harpo Marx also showcases his legendary harp-playing skills during one of the film's iconic comedic interludes.
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