Wheeler & Woolsey: The Vaudeville Comic Duo and Their Films, 1929-1937

Summary

During the Depression years, the comedy team of Bert Wheeler and Robert Woolsey were second only to Laurel and Hardy at the box office.

Each of their over 20 comedies are analyzed in detail here; full filmographic data, production notes, plot synopses, and critical commentary are provided. The research is supplemented by an interview with Bert Wheeler.

About the Author

Edward Watz has written a number of film magazine articles. He lives in Germany.

Product Details

• Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: McFarland & Company
• Performing Arts / Film & Video