HAL ROACH STUDIOS: The Lost Films of Laurel & Hardy – The Complete Collection Volume Nine (DVD Video)

Product Details

• UPC: 014381479928
• Product Type: DVD Video – Region Free
• Label: Hal Roach Studios
• Distributor: Distributed Exclusively by Image ENTERTAINMENT
• Format: DVD-Video; NTSC
• Country: Not Specified (USA/International heritage)
• Released: (Restoration and release details as provided)
• Genre: Classic Comedy; Silent Short Films
• Total Running Time: Approximately 159 minutes
• Audio: Vitaphone Music & Effects (with original soundtracks)
• Video: Mastered from original 35mm material; some titles from original nitrate camera negatives
• Additional Information: Includes alternate versions (e.g., "Battle of the Century" presented in two versions, with one version incorporating recreated missing footage using stills and scripts); "Why Girls Love Sailors" is available in both complete English and French versions.

Overview

"HAL ROACH STUDIOS: The Lost Films of Laurel & Hardy – The Complete Collection Volume Nine" is a meticulously restored collection of rare and forgotten silent short films featuring the legendary comedy duo, Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy. This exclusive DVD set brings together timeless classics such as "You're Darn Tootin'", "Battle of the Century", "Wandering Papas", "Mighty Like a Moose", "Why Girls Love Sailors", and "Mum's the Word". Each film, originally produced in the 1920s, has been lovingly restored from original 35mm sources and nitrate negatives, preserving the authentic Vitaphone music and sound effects that once captivated audiences worldwide.

French Translation – Overview (Vue d'ensemble) :
« HAL ROACH STUDIOS : The Lost Films of Laurel & Hardy – The Complete Collection Volume Nine » est une collection soigneusement restaurée de films muets rares et oubliés mettant en scène le duo comique légendaire, Stan Laurel et Oliver Hardy. Ce coffret DVD exclusif réunit des classiques intemporels tels que "You're Darn Tootin'", "Battle of the Century", "Wandering Papas", "Mighty Like a Moose", "Why Girls Love Sailors" et "Mum's the Word". Chaque film, produit initialement dans les années 1920, a été restauré avec soin à partir de sources originales 35mm et de négatifs nitrate, préservant ainsi la bande sonore Vitaphone et les effets sonores authentiques qui fascinaient jadis le public du monde entier.

Product Features

• Region Free Playback: Compatible with any DVD machine worldwide.
• Restoration Excellence: Mastered from original 35mm materials; select titles are sourced directly from original nitrate negatives for an authentic viewing experience.
• Dual Audio Versions: "Why Girls Love Sailors" is presented in both complete English and French versions, including a dedicated French Vitaphone track.
• Authentic Soundtrack: Preserves original Vitaphone Music & Effects, transporting you back to the golden age of silent film comedy.
• Exclusive Collection: Features rare, lost films that are a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of classic Hollywood comedy.

Interesting Facts

• Restoration Milestone:
  The films in this collection have undergone extensive restoration, with titles like "Battle of the Century" offered in two versions—the complete known film and an edition enriched with recreated missing footage using original stills and scripts.

• Historical Significance:
  Produced between 1926 and 1928, these shorts capture the pioneering work of Hal Roach Studios and preserve the early cinematic artistry of Laurel and Hardy, whose humor and timing laid the foundation for modern comedy.

• Bilingual Presentation:
  "Why Girls Love Sailors" is a standout feature of this collection, presented in both its original English version and a complete French version, allowing audiences to experience this lost film in its full international appeal.

French Translation – Interesting Facts (Faits Intéressants) :

• Jalon de la restauration :
  Les films de ce coffret ont fait l'objet d'une restauration approfondie, avec des titres comme "Battle of the Century" proposés en deux versions—la version complète connue et une édition enrichie avec des séquences manquantes recréées à partir d'images fixes et de scénarios originaux.

• Importance historique :
  Produits entre 1926 et 1928, ces courts métrages capturent le travail pionnier des Hal Roach Studios et préservent l'art cinématographique des débuts de Laurel et Hardy, dont l'humour et le sens du timing ont jeté les bases de la comédie moderne.

• Présentation bilingue :
  "Why Girls Love Sailors" est une caractéristique remarquable de ce coffret, présenté dans sa version originale anglaise ainsi que dans une version complète en français, permettant au public de découvrir ce film perdu dans toute sa dimension internationale.

Track Listing

1. You're Darn Tootin'

   • Stars: Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy
   • Runtime: 22 minutes
   • Notes: Features humorous musical interludes with Vitaphone Music & Effects.

2. Battle of the Century

   • Stars: Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy
   • Runtime: 28 minutes
   • Notes: A legendary prize-fight and pie fight, presented in two versions (one incorporating recreated missing footage).

3. Wandering Papas

   • Stars: Clyde Cook, Oliver Hardy
   • Runtime: 21 minutes
   • Notes: A rare short where Hardy portrays a workcamp bully, enhanced with original Vitaphone sound elements.

4. Mighty Like a Moose

   • Stars: Charley Chase, Vivian Oakland
   • Runtime: 24 minutes
   • Notes: A hilarious story about "ugly people" undergoing plastic surgery, showcasing original theatrical soundtracks.

5. Why Girls Love Sailors

   • Stars: Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy
   • Runtime: 21 minutes
   • Notes: This film is uniquely presented in both complete English and French versions (featuring a French Vitaphone track) and tells a charming maritime tale.

6. Mum's the Word

   • Stars: Charley Chase, Martha Sleeper
   • Runtime: 22 minutes
   • Notes: A comedic short where love and misunderstandings lead to unexpected consequences, beautifully captured with original sound effects.

Publishers

Mastered from original 35mm material and carefully restored for modern audiences, this collection is produced by Hal Roach Studios.
Distributed Exclusively by Image ENTERTAINMENT.
Special thanks to Michael Agee, Serge Bromberg of Lobster Films, Paris; and David Shepard of Film Preservation Associates/Blackhawk Films for their invaluable assistance in the restoration process.
For more collectibles and memorabilia, please visit: www.halroachstudios.com.

We value your feedback! Share your experience with this product to help others make informed decisions. Your review is important to us!

Hashtags

English:

#LaurelAndHardy #HalRoachStudios #LostFilms #SilentShorts #ClassicComedy #DVDCollection #VintageCinema #FilmRestoration #ImageEntertainment #OldHollywood

French (Hashtags):

#LaurelAndHardy #HalRoachStudios #FilmsPerdus #CourtsMétragesMuets #ComédieClassique #CoffretDVD #CinémaVintage #RestaurationCinématographique #ImageEntertainment #HollywoodDantan