Cleaning Up is a 1933 British comedy film directed by Leslie S. Hiscott and starring George K. Gee, Betty Astell and Davy Burnaby. It was written by Michael Barringer and made at Beaconsfield Studios as a quota quickie with sets designed by Norman G. Arnold.
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Plot
Lord Pumpford's son Tony refuses to follow the usual family tradition of marrying money, and finds a job as a vacuum cleaner salesman, where he meets actress Marion Brent. His father's friend Sir Rickaby Rudd is interested in Marion, and to allay his wife's suspicions, he tricks Tony into pretending to be her husband. Farcical events follow, ending with Tony winning Marion.
Cast
George K. Gee as Tony Pumpford
Betty Astell as Marian Brent
Davy Burnaby as Lord Pumpford
Barbara Gott as Lady Rudd
Alfred Wellesley as Sir Rickaby Rudd
Muriel George as Mrs. Hoggenheim
Joan Matheson as Angela
Dorothy Vernon as Agatha
The Max Rivers Girls as The Chorus Girls
Rona Ricardo
Reception
Kine Weekly wrote: "Lively farcical comedy, pleasing irresponsible nonsense put over by the tireless versatility of George Gee, who cleverly adapts his experienced stage technique to the requirements of the screen. The humour is maintained at an even tempo, and there are a sufficient number of bright and original gags to score the necessary complement of laughs. Good team work is furnished by a cast of established favourites, and the quality of the production leaves nothing to be desired."
The Daily Film Renter wrote: "Farce that is really funny ... George Gee, carrying the main role, brings a vivid personality into British films, and keeps fun going the whole time. He is backed by good all-round team, with the result that the film moves slickly from one comedy climax to the next. A real laugh and a safe bet for all showmen."