"Down With Husbands" is an Al Christie production starring several folks who are mostly forgotten today. It begins with learning that women are refusing to do housework and Paducah (Kentucky) seems to be the epicenter of this movement. The women are tired of slaving and working and not being appreciated by the men, so they are out on strike. In response, Henry (Johnny Arthur) is starting a men's group, the Husband's Protective League, to combat the women. And, to help the men, a group of scabs come and offer to fill in for the absent wives!!
The notion of women working outside the home and having any role other than homemaker was pretty radical back in 1930...though today it has changed for many. In other words, today folks will more likely side with the wives and appreciate their walk out more than audiences of the day. Still, it is kind of cute and enjoyable despite its strange message!
The notion of women working outside the home and having any role other than homemaker was pretty radical back in 1930...though today it has changed for many. In other words, today folks will more likely side with the wives and appreciate their walk out more than audiences of the day. Still, it is kind of cute and enjoyable despite its strange message!