We did have a script, but it didn't consist of the routines and gags. It outlined the basic story idea and just a plan for us to follow. But when it came to each scene, we and the gagmen would… — Stan Laurel Copy Share Image
Personally, I think the silent films were more effective for L&H, but the sound was of great value in enhancing the effects - dialog… — Stan Laurel Copy Share Image
Sight gags had to be planned; they required timing and mechanics. Occasionally, spontaneity would arise in the shooting of the scenes. — Stan Laurel Copy Share Image
Babe and I are both great television fans, and we've been planning to do something on TV. But we certainly never intended to start… — Stan Laurel Copy Share Image
Anyone who thinks 'Modern Times' has got a big message is just putting it there himself. Charlie knew that the pressures of modern life… — Stan Laurel Copy Share Image
A friend once asked me what comedy was. That floored me. What is comedy? I don't know. Does anybody? Can you define it? All… — Stan Laurel Copy Share Image
It's the one with that panel of ultra-chichi folks. The one called 'What's My Line?' It sends me straight up the wall. I call… — Stan Laurel Copy Share Image
What business do we have telling people who to vote for? They probably know more about it than we do. — Stan Laurel Copy Share Image
