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Meet Harold Hall, the somewhat outlandish resident of Littleton, Kansas, whose absentminded charm and relentless ambition to become a Hollywood star are as endearing as they are troublesome. His peculiar looks and penchant for chaos present a stark contrast to the suave, handsome leading man he aspires to be. A serendipitous mix-up involving another man's photograph spirals Harold into an unexpected opportunity - a screen test with Planet Studios in Hollywood, under the watchful eye of the Production Chief, J.L. O'Brien.
Once in Hollywood, Harold’s knack for calamity turns Planet Studios into his personal playground of pandemonium. Every step he takes forward in pursuit of his screen test is a leap of faith into another hilarious blunder, causing O'Brien endless headaches. Yet, amidst the chaos, Harold's heart is captivated by a mysterious dark-haired Spanish actress, who he believes is coyly flirting with him.
In the whirlwind of Hollywood, Harold's path crosses with the studio's blonde bombshell, Mary Sears. Their initial meeting is rife with tension, but Mary finds herself drawn to Harold's genuine nature, a refreshing break from the usual Hollywood façade. Even as Harold grows fond of Mary, he remains oblivious to the captivating Spanish actress's true identity - Mary herself. His attempts to court the Spanish actress, while also nurturing his budding romance with Mary, sets the stage for a comedic dance of misunderstanding and heart.
Unfolding under the bright lights of Hollywood, Movie Crazy (1932) is a comical symphony of mistaken identities, misplaced passions, and an accident-prone dreamer's relentless quest for stardom. As Harold stumbles and bumbles his way through the cinematic maze, the studio owner begins to see the comic genius hidden behind his constant turmoil. Will Harold's chaotic charm win him the leading role of his dreams, or will his love triangle of confusion jeopardize his chance at the silver screen? Dive into the delightful chaos of Movie Crazy to find out.
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Movie Crazy is a comedy movie featuring Harold Lloyd and directed by Clyde Bruckman.
Movie Crazy is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.