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Gilbert Wooley is a second-rate magician who is sent to entertain the troops in the pacific. During his time in Japan he becomes attached to a little orphan boy.Gilbert Wooley is a second-rate magician who is sent to entertain the troops in the pacific. During his time in Japan he becomes attached to a little orphan boy.Gilbert Wooley is a second-rate magician who is sent to entertain the troops in the pacific. During his time in Japan he becomes attached to a little orphan boy.
- Awards
- 1 nomination total
Nobu McCarthy
- Kimi Sikita
- (as Nobu Atsumi McCarthy)
Robert Hirano
- Mitsuo Watanabe
- (as Robert Kazuyoshi Hirano)
Los Angeles Dodgers
- Themselves
- (as The Los Angeles Dodgers)
Murray Alper
- GI in Korea
- (uncredited)
Walter Alston
- Walter Alston - Dodgers Manager
- (uncredited)
Brad Brown
- Military Policeman
- (uncredited)
Stanley Cha
- Japanese Sportswriter
- (uncredited)
Gino Cimoli
- Gino Cimoli - Dodgers Left Fielder
- (uncredited)
Douglas Fowley
- GI in Korea
- (uncredited)
Carl Furillo
- Carl Furillo - Dodgers Right Fielder
- (uncredited)
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Gilbert Wooley (Jerry Lewis) is a magician who goes to entertain the troops in Asia with his rabbit.There he meets a beautiful Japanese girl and a small orphan boy.The Geisha Boy (1958) is directed by Frank Tashlin and it's another hilarious Jerry Lewis movie.It's not quite the best but it still offers many funny scenes.Mr Lewis is one of the best comedians of all time and in the 50's and 60's he ruled the world of comedy.Nowadays there are only a few comedians if any who can reach to his level.This comic who will turn 76 years old next month has made many people laugh for decades.He isn't as popular in USA as he is in Europe, especially in France, which is a shame.I think everybody should notice what a great talent he is.Just watch this movie and I bet you can't stop laughing.And there's only one man to blame for that;Jerry Lewis
Cute little comedy that I like. Too bad for Suzanne Pleshette, but Jerry stick to love has no boarder motto.
This and Marlon Brando's "Sayonara" surprises me in the friendly attitude the producers has towards the Japanese just 11 years after WWII. Also, the depiction of the Japanese culture is pretty accurate, although it's clear that the movie is not shot in Japan.
This movie was made 2 years after Jerry broke up with Dean, and he shows that he can well hold it on his own.
Shot beautifully, probably in Los Angeles, and few footage from Japan, this movie wouldn't bore you.
This is one of the Jerry Lewis movie that I like.
This and Marlon Brando's "Sayonara" surprises me in the friendly attitude the producers has towards the Japanese just 11 years after WWII. Also, the depiction of the Japanese culture is pretty accurate, although it's clear that the movie is not shot in Japan.
This movie was made 2 years after Jerry broke up with Dean, and he shows that he can well hold it on his own.
Shot beautifully, probably in Los Angeles, and few footage from Japan, this movie wouldn't bore you.
This is one of the Jerry Lewis movie that I like.
Not my favorite from the Jerry Lewis - FrankTashlin duo, not the most terrific, not the most funny. The fist part is OK, but the second part is different, just different, bringing elements that were not present in the other films. Some moving scenes with the kid, the Japanese atmosphere, good production design. Don't look for too many slapstick tricks, there are some but not too many. However, that's a good Jerry Lewis' vehicle. But just different, and after all, why not? I will continue to explore the other features starring this actor. The BRIDGE OVER KWAI RIVER is amusing as a tribute to the David lean's masterpiece.
Only in America would we not see the absolute genius of one of our best talents EVER!! This movie shows some of his brilliance and without vulgarity or sexual innuendos....his nutty professor is a SOLID 10 yet its rated in the 6s. We give garbage like adam sandler, or borat higher scores. The magic of his comedy is world renown especially in France. You want proof watch Jerry's version of the nutty professor then watch Eddie Murphys version its night and day. He only made g rated comedies just using his physical and expressive talents, TRUE comedians know his genius. Billy crystal would be a usher without the influence of Jerry he is SORELY missed and him and Stan laurel will NEVER be matched!!!
I think this is one Jerry Lewis's best films. Not only is it incredibly funny, but it evokes compassion (Mr.Wooley's relationship with the young boy is touching, and will make you cry) from the audience without being too sentimental. The Japanese setting is beautiful and exotic, and Miss Kimi is lovely and charming. No wonder Mr.Wooley prefers her to the cold American Sergeant Pearson (Suzanne Pleshette)! When Mr.Wooley accidentally knocks a big Hollywood actress down an airplane staircase--that has to be one of the funniest scenes in any Lewis film. This is a great family movie, and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants good comedy with a touch of tenderness in it. It ranks right up there with "The Nutty Professor"(1963).
Did you know
- TriviaJerry Lewis had worked as an usher for Suzanne Pleshette's father Gene Pleshette at the Paramount Theater. When she auditioned, Lewis phoned Gene in disbelief.
- GoofsIn Japan, before entering a communal bath, one is required to shower first so as to be clean when entering the water. When Gilbert and Mitsuo walk up to the entrance door for the bath, both are completely dry. Public baths in Japan are nude, and Gilbert is shown to be wearing a pair of knee-length swim trunks under his robe, while Mitsui is correctly naked.
- Quotes
Gilbert Wooley: Gee that's terrible. "The Oversexed Major." Besides soldiers can't be sexy. Not with the food the army gives them to eat.
[laughs uncomfortably]
- Crazy creditsand introducing Harry Hare
- ConnectionsEdited from Le Pont de la rivière Kwaï (1957)
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- Tú, mi conejo y yo
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- Runtime
- 1h 38m(98 min)
- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1
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