The read
It runs a compact 55m.
Synopsis
A slapstick comedy about two workmen delivering planks to a building site. This is done with music and a sort of "wordless dialogue" which consists of a few mumbled sounds to convey the appropriate emotion.
Ratings
IMDb6.7/10
35 audience votes
Key crew
- Eric SykesDirector
- Eric SykesWriter
- Brian FaheyOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Tommy CooperLarger Workman
- Eric SykesSmaller Workman
- Jimmy EdwardsPoliceman
- Roy CastleDelivery Man with boxes
- Graham StarkAmorous Van Driver
- Stratford JohnsStation Sergeant
- Jim DaleHouse Painter
- Jimmy TarbuckBarman
- Hattie JacquesWoman with Rose
- Rex GarnerTourist
- Libby MorrisTourist
- John JunkinOne Eyed Truck Driver
Themes
slapstick comedyfloorboard