The Devil's Brother [Blu-ray] [US]

A dashing bandit terrorizes 18th century Italy. No, make that three bandits…. because "Stanlio" and "Ollio" have also decided to become fearless highwaymen. As luck (and a clever script) may have it, the pair try to rob a bandit who's truly fearless – Fra Diavolo- the Devil's Brother himself! Quickly gaining the upper hand, Fra Diavolo enlists the boys as dubious allies in his scheme to lighten the purses of an aristocrat (James Finlayson) and his gorgeous wife (Thelma Todd). In this sublimely funny and charming spoof of Auber's operetta, the music is excellent, the sets and costumes lavish, and the supporting cast are all top notch. But best of all are Stan and Ollie. Highlights include a hilarious drunk scene, a sequence in which Stanlio is ordered to hang poor Ollio, and two delightful feats of coordination by Stan; the games "kneesie-earsie-nosie" and "fingerwiggle". Truly The Devil's Brother is one of the most enjoyable classics starring classic filmdom's most beloved comedy duo.

Special Features and Technical Specs:

• NEW 4K RESTORATION FROM THE BEST PRESERVATION ELEMENTS
• Commentary by Laurel and Hardy aficionados Leonard Maltin and Richard W. Bann
• MGM Short Subject "HELLO, POP"
• Laurel and Hardy excerpts from "HOLLYWOOD REVUE OF 1929", "THE ROGUE SONG" and "PICK A STAR"
• Original theatrical trailer
• Optional English SDH subtitles for the main feature