Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay!
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| Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay! | |
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| Directed by | F. Hugh Herbert |
| Screenplay by | F. Hugh Herbert |
| Based on | Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay! by George Agnew Chamberlain |
| Produced by | Walter Morosco |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Ernest Palmer |
| Edited by | Harmon Jones |
| Music by | Cyril Mockridge |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | 20th Century Fox[2] |
Release date |
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Running time | 95 minutes[4] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $2 million[5] |
| Box office | $2 million (US rentals)[6] |
Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay! is a light-hearted romantic comedy set in rural America. It is about a young man named Snug Dominy who works on a farm and falls in love with Rad McGill, a spirited young woman. The movie's title refers to a nonsensical phrase that is supposed to mimic the sounds of farm life.
Snug Dominy buys a pair of mules, nicknamed Scudda Hoo and Scudda Hay, to help with his farming tasks. As Snug and Rad navigate their budding romance, they face various challenges and comedic misunderstandings. The movie captures the charm and simplicity of rural life, showcasing the themes of hard work, love, and community.
Notable facts
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Marilyn Monroe's early role: One of the most notable aspects of "Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay!" is that it features one of Marilyn Monroe's earliest movie appearances. Although her role is minor and uncredited, it is often remembered by fans and movie historians as one of her first steps into Hollywood.
Natalie Wood: A young Natalie Wood also appears in the movie, adding to the movie's historical significance given her later fame.
Cultural impact
[change | change source]While "Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay!" may not be widely known today, it remains a charming example of post-World War II American cinema, reflecting the era's themes of rural life and simple pleasures. Its significance is also bolstered by its connection to Marilyn Monroe's early career, making it a point of interest for classic movie enthusiasts and Monroe fans.
References
[change | change source]- ↑ "Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay! (1948): Company Credits – Production Companies". IMDb. Archived from the original on March 6, 2016. Retrieved June 18, 2014.
- ↑ "SCUDDA HOO! SCUDDA HAY!(1948): Additional Details – Distributions Co". TCMDB. Archived from the original on March 3, 2016. Retrieved June 18, 2014.
- ↑ "Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay! (1948): Release Info – Release Dates". IMDb. Archived from the original on March 22, 2015. Retrieved June 21, 2014.
- ↑ "Scudda Hoo! Scudda Hay! (1948): Technical Specifications – Runtime". IMDb. Archived from the original on March 25, 2022. Retrieved June 21, 2014.
- ↑ Variety 18 February 1948 p7
- ↑ "Top Grossers of 1948", Variety 5 January 1949 p. 46