Exploring the Graves of Laurel and Hardy Costars - Part 2 (Thelma Todd, James Finlayson, Mae Busch)

Рет қаралды 387,696

4 жыл бұрын

The second and final video of two-part series that looks at the famous comedy duo Laurel and Hardy’s costars. They include: Mae Busch, Stanley "Tiny" Sandford, Vivien Oakland, Jean Harlow, Ben Turpin, H. M. Walker, Charlie Hall, Charley Chase, James Parrott, James W. Horne, Fred Guiol, Edward E. Jefferson, James Finlayson, Babe London, Lilyan Irene, Dorothy Granger and Thelma Todd.
We will visit them in the following cemeteries: Chapel of the Pines, Forest Lawn Memorial Park - Glendale and Hollywood Hills, and Valhalla Memorial Park.
Finally, we will visit Stan and Ollie and take a look at their lives and careers.
Special thanks to Hollywood Graveyard:
/ @hollywoodgraveyard
To become a contributor: / grave_explorations
For Updates and Extras check out my Facebook page: / 1627478497582323
Images in this video:
Arthur Dark [CC BY-SA (creativecommons.org/licenses/...)]
Music in this video:
Evil Plan by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (creativecommons.org/licenses/...)
Source: incompetech.com/music/royalty-...
Artist: incompetech.com/
Disclaimer: This video may contain copyright material and is being used under Title 17 U.S.C. Section 107 Fair Usage for nonprofit, non-competing, educational, political commentary and criticism.
Grave Explorations is not affiliated with, or compensated by any of the institutions or persons featured in this video. All content is posted for historical/educational purposes only.

Пікірлер: 425

@egpmh2891 4 жыл бұрын

So glad you included James Finlayson aka Fin/Finn/Jimmy/Jim and Thelma Todd, both are severally underrated; Todd died so young and tragic as well.

@kohl1999 4 жыл бұрын

Great documentary. I watched a lot of Laurel and Hardy growing up as a kid. In a bygone age, before political correctness and laugh tracks killed comedy, these two men were absolute titans of their art. They will never be surpassed.

@englishcountrylife3805 3 жыл бұрын

Stan and Olly has been making me laugh since I was 3 years old and my grandma got a two channel black and white TV. They are still making laugh at the age of 66 years old, from my Apple iPad. I now share the KZfaq videos with my grandchildren. There has been100 years and 8 generations of Laurel and Hardy fans in my family tree.

@happyfeet4506 2 жыл бұрын

Nearly a century since these screen clowns started to entertain the world. 2022 & the world is still laughing. God bless Stan & Ollie ❤️ 🙏

@BannorPhil 4 жыл бұрын

There's no amount of modern special effects that can substitute for pure genius. They'll always be missed.

@mouloudadjroud716 3 жыл бұрын

قدم صورتك هذه لترامب الذي حاربتوني به فترك البيت الأبيض و رحل ربما بلا رجعة، في كل الحالات ايها الأمريكي خاسر و لا تنفعك هذه التصرفات و لا ينفعك الشميت الأرعن الخائن العميل ابيه عن جده الذي زودك بالمعلومات...

@ashleelarsen7765 Жыл бұрын

This dude "grave" is pretty genius ✌🏻😁

@sailormoon2937 Жыл бұрын

@@ashleelarsen7765 🍍🍍🍍🍦🍦🍦🍈? Coconut?

@angiebullard7324 4 жыл бұрын

I'll never forget in the early 70's, I was in high school, and one of our auditoriums they showed a group of us the classic award winning Laurel & Hardy film, The Music Box. I will never forget it. I had never seen it prior to this showing, though I watched their films all through childhood. I literally laughed so hard, throughout, tears rolled down my cheeks. I couldn't stop! What a couple of big hearted, comedic geniuses. Their comedy, and humanity have literally transcended all generations, and truly made laughter the universal language. I loved them dearly growing up, but The Music Box experience set them atop a pedestal in my heart to which no one else ever managed to climb. R.I.P you two beautiful souls. This world could really use you right now.

@barbaralamson7450 3 жыл бұрын

Because of you, these amazing artists will live on. Not only introducing them to new generations but helping us older generations remember just what some may have forgot. The gift of laughter is priceless. Thank you.

@christophmeirich5928 4 жыл бұрын

Danke für die schönen bescherten Momente. Schaue oft mit meinen Kindern eure lustigen Filme!!! Danke! Danke! Danke lieber Stan und lieber Oli!!!!!!

@michellescarborough16 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing this video. These were extremely talented men who didn't have to be vulgar or cussing to make you laugh. No, they had to use their imaginations! I love Stan and Oliver comedy team and will watch them as long as I live. They always make me laugh and smile. What better medicine! May they Rest In Peace.

@mikekevitt1322 4 жыл бұрын

And I am grateful to the producers of this video for producing it and making it available to all of us!

@jeffschaffer4994 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I was too young to join the sons of the desert, but I've always loved the warmth of these two guys.... I mean "THE BOYS". I'm sure God has to take a break, every so often from laughing at these geniuses!

@tunifang 4 жыл бұрын

Truly a heartwarmimg and bittersweet exploration into their career and care for one another. As a big fan myself it is VERY difficult to think of just one moment but I'll try. In Oliver the 8th, Ollie is knocked out and Stan thinks he fell asleep in the chair. He worries that Ollie might catch a cold and covers him up. Then in The Flying Deuces when Oliver is heartbroken Stan embraces and comforts him very lovingly. Oliver was known to have a great singing voice and was often asked to sing. Lois recounted Oliver would sing to her. I would like to think in their private moments together Babe sung to Stan from time to time and Ollie can sing to Stan and all of their loved ones in heaven for all eternity. And in final I never done this, I would like to thank the patrons for this series as a Stan and Ollie fan. This was very well put together and on the behalf of a greatful community from one greatful fan, I salute you all.

@colinwilliams553 4 жыл бұрын

As a person of color, I grew up watching those old Laurel and Hardy shorts in England.as a kid, I couldn't get enough of them to the point where I know the faces of their costars but didn't know their names until years later,I would studie their names like Mae Busch, James Finlayson and Charley Hall. Sometimes I can't get enough of them.

@autopilotlevel7296 3 жыл бұрын

A grave tour turned history documentary. What an amazing narration and excellent use of footage. History channel worthy.

@MrDravenLee 4 жыл бұрын

Stan and Ollie were the best and still are in the comedy world. They'll never be forgotten by us the fans. I love Thelma Todd ♡ Thanks for making this video. Rest in peace to all the great people remembered in this video.

@para-norm-al5958 3 жыл бұрын

These two films were the best I have seen on L&H and Company. Simply brilliant and thank you for making them x

@kirkmacarthur8003 4 жыл бұрын

My mother lived next door to James Finlayson when she was growing up on Canyon Dr. I am a native of Culver City; I never saw Hal Roach Studio but I knew Mrs. Culver and their daughter Pat very well. My dad's parents lived across the street from the Culvers on Delmas Terrace in the 1920s. The Culver Hotel was originally called "The Hotel Hunt" in 1924, and Mr. Culver's office was on the 2nd floor at the 'point' of the triangular building. The hotel was once owned by John Wayne too, and its claim to fame is that it housed the Munchkins while they were shooting the Wizard of Oz. Stan Laurel's daughter married one of the cast from Gone With the Wind and they lived on Fairbanks Way around the block from us- I think the family still lives in the house. Stan's son-in-law operated a Western shop on Slauson near the Fox Hills Mall (now Westfield Mall) nearby for many years. Wish I could've met Stan, but he died before I was born. Thank you for including info about Culver City

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

Kirk MacArthur Thank you for staring your amazing insight!

@dkr6617 3 жыл бұрын

My cousin and I (both of us are 67 now) have always loved Laurel and Hardy such a peaceful feeling that I feel at the end of both of these WONDERFUL & fascinating videos. thank you so much for taking the time to show us and other's the magic that was Laurel and Hardy. I would be happy to subscribe and give a thumbs up for your love and dedication to the community that was and still today Laughter and humor at its best!

@graveexplorations 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing your love and appreciation for these two amazing comedians. The joy and laughter they have given to the world for almost a century is nothing short of magic.

@dannyspelman1468 4 жыл бұрын

What a hidden gem of a channel!

@JOYOUSONEX 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you ever so much for creating and sharing this wonderful memorial to the best comedy team ever.......Mister Laurel and Mister Hardy.

@bobbibuttons8730 3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful. Brought back memories of watching silent comedy movies on Saturday mornings such as Oliver and Hardy, Keystone Cops, Buster Keaton etc followed by the early “talkies” This would be the early 60s and what makes it special is it was with my beloved dad and how he would laugh, he had an amazing rich belly laugh which filled my childhood.

@elliottg.1954 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. A lot of stars have great monuments, but not these two popular and best loved comedians of the 20th century. Their films and legacies are their monuments.

@graveexplorations 2 жыл бұрын

Well said! Thank you for watching!

@ComposerRocks 4 жыл бұрын

Some years ago, in the mid-80s I guess, I was at Forest Lawn cemetery to attend a singing performance by my young daughter, who was there to perform in an auditorium on the grounds. Before the show was to begin, I wandered around outside and stumbled onto the final resting place of Stan Laurel. I was so amazed that I just stood by the marker, hanging out with the funniest man I had ever seen on the screen. I did manage to get back to listen to the choir where my daughter was singing, and enjoyed that immensely, too. What an amazing day. When I stumbled onto these videos, I was taken back. So glad to have found this series.

@yassul2067 4 жыл бұрын

R.i.p. my legends who made me and my family laugh for many years you guys will never be forgotten xxx

@valerieneal2747 Жыл бұрын

BEAUTIFULLY DONE. THE LOVE, COMPASSION AND TENDERNESS OF THIS TIMELESS CREATION OF TWO MEN WHO MADE THE WHOLE WORLD LAUGH, ESPECIALLY DURING DIFFICULT TIMES..IS WHAT SHALL ALWAYS ENDURE. GOODNIGHT, MR. LAUREL. GOODNIGHT, MR. HARDY. 😘🌻🌱🌷🍃🥀🍃🏵😘

@Skycop51 2 жыл бұрын

I really loved these guys, never forgotten.

@tonybarstow9813 Жыл бұрын

I love laurel and hardy pure brilliance, original and never bettered, informative and moving. Two true legends that generations after them still watch and laugh heartily ♥

@carolesylviahiscock4728 4 жыл бұрын

It's a tragedy that you can ask some one in their late teens/early twenties today if they've watched Laurel and Hardy and they say no - they'll never see real comedy genius. It's also a tragedy how young so many of these fabulous people died. Thelma Todd, and I didn't realise how young Jean Harlow was when she died - and were left to wonder what could have been!

@Knards 4 жыл бұрын

I am 69, soon to be 70. The boys were my favorites along with the 3 stooges and Abbott and Costello. You see, comedy can be clean and still be funny. Filed under people and things I will not soon forget

@fe8018 4 жыл бұрын

Aint clean anymore these days....

@Knards 4 жыл бұрын

@kim Dier uh, sure

@asaadabdullah1990 4 жыл бұрын

Rest in peace...greatest actors in all times...⚘⚘

@rls1662 4 жыл бұрын

Your gentle dialogue and excellent camera work made this very enjoyable to watch! Kudos to a magnificent presentation!

@tanneremery9297 2 жыл бұрын

I dont mean to be offtopic but does someone know of a way to get back into an Instagram account? I stupidly forgot my account password. I would appreciate any assistance you can give me!

@dustinameer4343 2 жыл бұрын

@Tanner Emery instablaster =)

@chrisshowering7357 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a wonderful look into the lives of two comedy geniuses. Their talent brought laughter to all. A lot of their films were before I was born but they were still very funny. Rest in eternal peace Stan and Ollie.

@chrysanthepaxinos2839 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this wonderful tribute. They are missed.

@buffalorick8769 4 жыл бұрын

Fabulous. I am watching part 2 for a second time. I am a huge fan of Laurel and Hardy

@tphvictims5101 4 жыл бұрын

IMO the TWO GREATEST Comedians of all time. Not a foul word EVER. “Why Don’t you do something to help me”. All of that cast were A Game players. And poor Thelma Todd. Billy Gilbert, Edgar Kennedy, Walter Long the best of the best. I’m 66 years old and I grew up with Laurel and Hardy. March of the wooden soldiers was a Holiday must. Thanksgiving Turkey and March of the Wooden Soldiers.

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

I totally agree, they had something special that set them apart from other comedians of the day. Thank you for watching and commenting.

@tobycooper5804 4 жыл бұрын

Authentic and brilliant. A time machine captured in a video.

@stargazergirl9932 4 жыл бұрын

These old films should be restored so that we will never forget them. Thank you Matt for your amazing work!

@glensalt7460 4 жыл бұрын

the greatest double act of all time . never get tired of watching laurel and hardy films.

@annerobinson8824 4 жыл бұрын

You brought these two fantastic comedians back to life in theses two well narrated video’s.

@glennvonk719 4 жыл бұрын

My long graveyard shift just got a lot shorter! Thank you preserving the memory of these comedy geniuses and making it so entertaining.

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, very happy to help pass the time!

@katybarrett5507 4 жыл бұрын

What a lovely tribute to these great folks! Thank you!

@WSenator1 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for these two videos! I have been a great fan of Laurel and Hardy since seeing them on television in the 1950s, when I was a boy. It is gratifying to see their fame grow ever greater with the passing years. Of all the great comedians that I have had the pleasure of enjoying in different media, their characters are the only ones that, if they were real-life people, I would want to know them - to talk with them, share observations to befriend them, and cherish my friendship with them. Their gentleness (for all the mayhem they caused!) and accessibility have always drawn me to them. As an example, take a look at the first moments of “Towed in a Hole,” when they are discussing whether to catch their own fish to sell, rather than rely on a middleman. You know you’re watching a film with two actors playing their roles. But they play their roles such that it’s like eavesdropping on the other side of a fence, just listening to two real-life guys talking! Unless all of their motion pictures disappear and/or are destroyed, there is really no danger of audiences forgetting them. God Bless media like KZfaq for continually making the genius of Laurel and Hardy’s immortality last for the ages. Again, thanks for your videos!

@patrickyoung3503 Жыл бұрын

Your reply is very well constructed . Back in the flurries as a nipper in school we were brought to see Larual & Hardy I fell in love with them . . As far as I'm concerned nobody nobody could compete with them for comedy & enjoyment . They really did bring laughter to the world .

@jonnyfavors7585 4 жыл бұрын

These guys were GOOD!!! When u watch them and they still make u laugh after all these years, that's true comedy!! R.i.p. guys, u will always be loved.

@TheSuperSweetness 4 жыл бұрын

Just finished watching both parts & really enjoyed them. I love how you not only talked about the stars but also co stars who played a big roles despite who little they are/were known. Well done & I've become a fan :)

@09gearchange 4 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful tribute to the two most wonderful comedians of all time . Thank you

@sputnik1585 6 ай бұрын

I grew up watching their films. My sister and I were huge fans. The Music Box is definitely a work of genius. They truly are the greatest comedic duo of all time.

@imrosieposie2010 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this tribute to Laurel & Hardy.. it was Wonderful .... I love your videos you truly have a gift of telling the stories of stars from the past. God bless you... keep up the good work

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

You are very welcome, thank you for watching and your very kind words.

@mariafalcon5397 2 жыл бұрын

What a era! Those great actors! I remember when I was a child, me and my brother seeing all their movies! we where always laughing! I really in joyed your video!

@thechronicler1066 4 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful 'love letter' sequence of videos to these great screen supporting players, but particularly to Miss Mae Busch. I've been graving in So.California for 40+ years, and warms my heart to see the passion and appreciation of these epic bygone eras. ~Thank you.

@FormerPBABowlerJoeJenkinsII 2 жыл бұрын

You're videos make me laugh and cry. They're in my top 5. Thank you so much!!!!!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️

@graveexplorations 2 жыл бұрын

Your kind words are truly appreciated, thank you!

@notmytalkshow2507 4 жыл бұрын

Great job, very nice. Mr Laurel and mr Hardy are my friends since childhood. My dad and i watched them all the time. To me they are the greatest of them all. Thank you for sharing this great piece of work. Greetings from Holland

@gerryscullion1621 4 жыл бұрын

The Greatest EVER!!!!

@katayounahoo4016 4 жыл бұрын

I am just crying God bless them they make people laugh all the time.

@pablokalincausky8359 4 жыл бұрын

Great tribute to the geniuses of humor !!! Matt, thank you so much for sharing this gift with all of us who love comedy and humor...

@pipollis 4 жыл бұрын

Oh Gosh I love Jimmy Finlayson

@eddiec4536 Жыл бұрын

Fabulous video #2. I thought Mae Busch was a great tribute to her here. I had tears in my eyes during the endings of Oliver and Stan. I was a boy enjoying their movie with my grandmother and I am now 76 and still watch Laurel and Hardy movies. Thank you for making these wonderful memories of all the great talent. that worked with the boys come alive again.

@ElainesYT 4 жыл бұрын

What a great storyteller and I'm absolutely hooked after watching 1&2. Off to find more of your videos.

@beansgas6821 3 жыл бұрын

That must have been a lot of hard work for you, I watched part 1 and part 2 and can honestly say I enjoyed every minute of it, beautifully narrated and the camera work was easy on the eyes, thank you for the information and the insight into the lives of those mentioned. Laurel & Hardy are classic's they still make people laugh today, and will make people laugh in the future, thank you for your video.

@ravensbrood3544 4 жыл бұрын

A masterful telling of a story to be remembered ALWAYS!!

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

Thank so much!

@kathrin-mariasamarrastehle6538 4 жыл бұрын

Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy were the best laughings men in the good time era. I've seen some movies from them. I love Stan Laurel's faces when he starts to cry and Ollie says to him: There's another mess you've gotten me into XD

@illuminant1129 2 жыл бұрын

That was a simply brilliant double hander - parts 1 & 2. Thank you so much. I was particularly impressed by the research you had done on this. I had no idea Stan had a brother who was also in the Movies, if only briefly. And I had forgotten how Stan originally began as a Chaplin double and then evolved from there. And the information on their co- stars and writers and directors, was just wonderful. I can only say 'Bravo'. That was First Class. 👏👏👏👏

@ColoradoMartini 4 жыл бұрын

I love these guys when I was a kid. They use to show these movies on weekend mornings.

@ColoradoMartini 4 жыл бұрын

Well Lauren Hardy is a good pic when you're stuck inside

@allancesterjr4494 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent Series ! Thank you and PLEASE...KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK 👍

@marcioaraujo5317 4 жыл бұрын

Tenho 53 anos, e não me canso de assistir aos filmes de Stan e Oliver. Ambos são imortais. Parabéns pela postagem, e não escondo as minhas lágrimas quando assisto a um documentário tão bom e completo. * (*) I'm 53, and I can't get enough of watching Stan and Oliver's movies. Both are immortal. Congratulations on the post, and I don't hide my tears when I watch such a good and complete documentary.

@ananilcealcantara2093 4 жыл бұрын

Tenho cinquenta e cinco anos e eu ouvia falar mas agora é que vi os filmes e me apaixonei, e foram os maiores.

@mjemigh3304 2 жыл бұрын

I'm amazed that these two presentations have been here for two years without my seeing them until today! I suspect that we are fellow L&H nuts, and that case, you had to do a lot of editing to get to the basics of all of those bios. Your writing alone deserves some kind of award. Your choices of film clips were perfectly appropriate and had me laughing even while watching this on a computer monitor. Let's also consider your great voiceover work. All that training DID pay off! I'm sure that this project took an incredible amount of research and a WHOLE lot of ambition, and I hope that others who watch these appreciate that as much as I do. Thank you very much!

@graveexplorations 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your very kind words. Making these videos was a wonderful journey into the world of so many talented persons that I didn't want to end. I'm very glad you enjoyed them! Best regards.

@aubiejazz 4 жыл бұрын

I enjoyed this visit to the world of comedy and Hollywood. This video was done in great taste to the memory of Stan & Ollie and all who supported them. I learned a lot about these wonderful actors and the parts they played. Thanks - Very good video!!!

@tomdegan6924 4 жыл бұрын

Loved it!

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

thanks so much for watching, very glad you enjoyed it.

@y077er 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this, a wonderful document to further immortalize all those highlighted in this 'two-reeler' for future generations to discover and appreciate.

@ColinHarperSummerson 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic, theres never been anything better than this to do with the lives of Stan Laurel & Oliver Hardy, so much has gone into this, really enjoyed it, thank you very much, god bless you 👍🙂

@JeffreyRyanAuthor 4 жыл бұрын

Wonderful films. Thank you for putting these together.

@danielpenkoff688 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome presentation, Matt. The work that you do (along with Arthur) memorializes the Hollywood greats. I know that that they are looking from above, and are proud of the both of you. They will always be remembered and loved. Please say hello to your dad for me, please? Take care, my brother.

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, your kind words really mean a lot!

@danielpenkoff688 4 жыл бұрын

@@graveexplorations You are very welcome.

@scottkane5621 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best I have ever seen on Laurel and Hardy Documentary! Thankyou!

@graveexplorations 2 жыл бұрын

I really do appreciate it, thank you!

@robertsatterfield178 4 жыл бұрын

Both Part I and Part II is very well done. The respect is evident in your work and narration. Thank you.

@joemysteryguitar 4 жыл бұрын

Just an awesome retrospective on two of the greatest, if not the greatest, comedians ever and on the other incredible talents who supported them. It is hard to see the greats succumb. I feel the same way about Abbott and Costello. Watching this documentary makes me want to do a binge of L and H. Again, an awesome job by Grave Explorations. This film/video is absolutely network worthy.

@Geritopia 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent, dedicated and comprehensive. Thank you.

@graveexplorations 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching!

@TheGraveyardChannel 4 жыл бұрын

I didn't think it was possible, but I think part 2 is even more incredible than part 1. You are a master at this and this two-part documentary s really a masterpiece!

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve, this was without a doubt the most difficult project I've taken on. I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

@patriciaherman6499 4 жыл бұрын

Another awesome video. Loved Laurel & Hardy, as a teenager ( Dad finally got a TV in 1964 basically for the Beatles 😊) would watch them on Saturday mornings along with the Three Stooges. Hopefully, we don't have to wait like forever for another.😂 Blessings to you and yours. 😊🇺🇸

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

Yes, Laurel and Hardy and the Stooges were always on in my house when I was growing up, they never grow old. Thank you for watching!

@briancarno8837 4 жыл бұрын

What the beatles came to your house to watch TV..?

@patriciaherman6499 4 жыл бұрын

@@briancarno8837 😂😂 no we didn't have a TV I heard the Beatles were going to be on ED Sullivan and begged my Dad to get a TV so I and my siblings could watch. Afterwards we were allowed one hour of TV at night and only after our homework or chores were done. My Dad believed the outdoors was your entertainment and I passed that down to my kids and grandkids.

@englishcountrylife3805 3 жыл бұрын

Patricia Herman Stan and Olly has been making me laugh since I was 3 years old and my grandma got a two channel black and white TV. They are still making laugh at the age of 66 years old, from my Apple iPad. I now share the KZfaq videos with my grandchildren. There has been100 years and 8 generations of Laurel and Hardy fans in my family tree.

@tommymaguire4833 Жыл бұрын

what a beautiful funny and sad commentary on two fantastic people in this world a world full of wars and peace stan and olly will go down in history as the funniest story to come out of america stan and will make america laugh again thanks for your documentry at this time of strife and trouble

@bryanbelshaw7725 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic piece of work. I laughed and cried in equal measure. Sad to know that some places of rest were never found, especially Finn. The story of Mae Busch's remains being unclaimed was also very sad. Thanks for the time and effort in making this.

@dianehowells-turf1791 4 жыл бұрын

I think that my favorite one was where everyone was stuck in a traffic jam because of construction. Everyone eventually ends up ripping parts off of others cars, (while the owner of the car just sits there and watches them do it to his car) until they are allowed to drive on. By that time everyone is driving, pretty much, nothing but the frame with wheels, a motor, and seats.

@MrThesper 4 жыл бұрын

What a beautiful tribute to two comic megastars. Thank you so much for posting this. Sooo informative.

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

I truly appreciate your very kind words. Thank you for watching!

@shelleyUSATX 4 жыл бұрын

I just love these visits. I'm often amazed....so big in life and such a tiny stone to commemorate living. They will always be huge in my heart!

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your very kind words!

@John-ub1uy 3 жыл бұрын

Whenever I feel down in the world today I just put on Laurel and Hardy films and I'm sure am smiling again

@Randy1743 4 жыл бұрын

Your videos keep getting better with each one, and the two part videos on Laurel and Hardy Costars is definitely the best of them yet. Hated for it to end, but it definitely had me laughing and crying at times. Thank you for making this and look forward to more in the future.

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your very kind words!

@smooches1368 4 жыл бұрын

The program on the co-stars is the one that got my attention. Watch Pardon Us and you'll see the best at their best. "My, my. And still they come". Walter Long, James Finlayson, Tiny Sanford, Sam Lufkin, Harry Bernard. I am still searching to find out the name of the acapella quartet that sings "All Aboard for Birmingham"...woo-wooo.

@mxylpx 4 жыл бұрын

Beautifully done!

@uranoscopist6090 4 жыл бұрын

Part 2 of a wonderful presentation about those whose skills enhanced the Laurel and Hardy films: sympathetic and respectful, it tells much that many of us would never otherwise have come to know. Several comments have been made here about how short the lives of the actors were. It is not easy to say whether the people treated in the documentary were as a group ill favoured, as we tend to overlook how greatly life expectation has risen in recent decades. Laurel and Hardy actors were typically born in the 1890s. A lot of the babies born at that time never saw their first birthday. But on the bright side there were, besides the centenarian Hal Roach, Alice Cooke, who made it to 102, and Mary Carr, the old lady in One Good Turn, who lived to be 99. The late film Atoll K starred Suzy Delair, who died in March 2020, aged 102.

@leebalmforth2269 4 жыл бұрын

I grow up watching laurel & hardy on TV. Good times. I've Always felt that they was my friends. Even though they died before I was born. It's still feels sad they are gone

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

They were the best. Thank you for watching!

@shamteal8614 Жыл бұрын

An excellent documentary about two equally excellent giants of comedy. Thank you.

@InCountry6970 4 жыл бұрын

Just a superb tribute, thanks

@garycurry4600 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve had a smile on my face most of the time watching this. The tears fell when you quoted Stan saying he wished Babe had been with him to receive the honorary Oscar. Thank you for this wonderful 2-part series! I’m looking forward to your next project.

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

I highly recommend that you check out the "Letters from Stan" website. In his later life he wrote very movingly about his old partner.

@nancyjensen6409 4 жыл бұрын

Where do I order a copy of DVR by either of these great guys?

@georgietucker9202 4 жыл бұрын

thanks for this wonderful tribute to Stan and Olly and to their wonderful co stars, I always liked Mae Busch's characters in their shorts, brilliant! glad she was finally interred after' the sons of the desert ' stepped in to give her a proper resting place. If I'm ever feeling blue I put on a laurel and Hardy and am soon cheered up,

@romie1967 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this informative and entertaining walk through comedic history. They were truly pioneers.

@raymondespinoza3333 4 жыл бұрын

What an AWESOME vid......it was beautifully researched and narrated.....thanks again for the awesome memory of one of the funniest duo of a bygone era.

@BrianKAngus 4 жыл бұрын

Only intended to watch a few moments of the first episode and watched all of both non stop. This is on par with Ken Burns.

@GeorgieGorman 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant sad loving happy bringing so much joy to the world ...one of the best documentries on utube. Thank you. May they all Rip

@arkyump 4 жыл бұрын

Another well produced documentary. Love your work.

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your very kind words!

@martinhollandfilms4935 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent production, thank you.

@graveexplorations 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

@Lubomchladek 7 ай бұрын

Thank you for your kind reply, and at the same time thank you for the two film parts about the history of all of them who are constantly entertaining us even though all their film partners, film directors and all those who participated in film production at that time are no longer here with us.

@joieholguin6827 4 жыл бұрын

You Sir, are a great story teller, I laughed, I cried, and sad, and then happy again thank you for your videos.

@RhettyforHistory 4 жыл бұрын

It's amazing how old these films are now but yet they are still entertaining. Very interesting to learn some of the lesser known characters that helped make this studio and comedy duo successful. Took me awhile to watch this but you've done an excellent job my friend. The Sins of Hollywood is fascinating and I have never heard of it before. That sure wouldn't be a big deal now. Thanks for taking us on this little film journey. It's been quite a series. The ending seems so sad. I'm glad The Sons of the Desert has memorialized these characters.

@graveexplorations 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, my friend! If you're interested, "The Sins of Hollywood" is available for free on line, I believe it's a Google book that you can download in PDF form. It's quite an interesting read.

@RhettyforHistory 4 жыл бұрын

@@graveexplorations Thank you. Sure sounds good.

@Anita-mb5gd 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this touching tribute to my favourite comedy duo of all time and their co-stars. I’ve been a lifelong fan of L&H. James Finlayson was one of my favourites too. Thank you!

@graveexplorations 2 жыл бұрын

They were the best! So glad you enjoyed the video, thank you for watching!