Popeye is doing a great job of sinking Japanese ships (complete with toilet-flush sound effect). A carrier pigeon brings him notice that he's been granted a month furlough, which he plans to spend with Olive and his nephews. But on arrival, he's run over by Olive, who immediately leaves him alone with his nephews, who are practicing home defense.
24 Dec A Jolly Good Furlough (1943)
Home not Attractive
I’ve been watching propaganda movies recently. I don’t think we appreciate the government influence on the industry. It is easiest to see here.
In this case, the message seems to be that GIs can be relatively happy away compared to home.
The story is that Popeye comes home to his girlfriend and family and finds them a hassle, so much so that he runs back to the front and shoots at the messenger that brings further leave. You can almost see the memo about what it was supposed to illustrate.
Posted in 2006
Ted’s Evaluation — 1 of 3: You can find something better to do with this part of your life.
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