Spook–Spoofing

Spook–Spoofing is a 1928 Our Gang short silent comedy film directed by Robert F. McGowan.[2][3] It was the 70th Our Gang short released.

Spook-Spoofing
Directed byRobert F. McGowan
Written byReed Heustis
Anthony Mack
Produced byRobert F. McGowan
Hal Roach
StarringJoe Cobb
Jackie Condon
Allen Hoskins
Bobby Hutchins
Mildred Kornman
Jay R. Smith
Harry Spear
Bobby Dean
Johnny Aber
Pete the Pup
Charles A. Bachman
Charles Lloyd
CinematographyArt Lloyd
Edited byRichard C. Currier
Distributed byMetro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Release date
  • January 14, 1928 (1928-01-14)
Running time
31:22[1]
CountryUnited States
LanguagesSilent
English intertitles

Plot

The gang mercilessly taunt and bully superstitious Farina, who retaliates with a magic charm on one Harry. Harry then plays dead and the gang encourage Farina to bury the “corpse”.

Production notes

At over 31 minutes, Spook-Spoofing is the longest silent Our Gang short produced. It was initially included in the Little Rascals television package, but was later withdrawn for perceived racial insensitivities.

Bobby Dean was originally chosen as a replacement for Joe Cobb, once Joe outgrew his role. Dean died in 1929 due to health issues, appearing in only Our Gang shorts.

Jean Darling does not appear in this film but is featured in promotional photos.

Cast

The Gang

Additional cast
  • Johnny Aber as First boy running
  • Charles A. Bachman as Policeman
  • Charles Lloyd as Vendor selling the eclipse glasses

See also

References
  1. The Lucky Corner
  2. "Silent Era: Spook Spoofing". silentera. Retrieved September 14, 2008.
  3. Hal Erickson (2009). "New York Times: Spook Spoofing". Movies & TV Dept. The New York Times. Baseline & All Movie Guide. Archived from the original on November 1, 2009. Retrieved September 14, 2008.


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