So This Is Washington

So This Is Washington is a 1943 comedy film directed by Ray McCarey, and starring the popular radio duo of Lum and Abner, played by Chester Lauck and Norris Goff. The movie also features Alan Mowbray in a supporting role.

The film follows Lum and Abner, who run the Jot 'Em Down Store in their small Arkansas town. However, their business is struggling due to the war effort, and they are considering closing the store. That is until they receive a letter from a senator inviting them to Washington, D.C. to discuss a patriotic idea they had proposed.

Excitedly, Lum and Abner make their way to the nation's capital, but when they arrive, they find themselves caught up in the confusion and bureaucracy of government. They are sent from office to office, encountering eccentric characters and experiencing a series of hilarious misadventures along the way.

Despite their best efforts, Lum and Abner struggle to get their idea taken seriously by the officials they meet. However, they eventually get a chance to present their proposal to President Franklin D. Roosevelt, played by an uncredited actor, who takes a liking to the quirky duo and their plan.

So This Is Washington is a lighthearted comedy that combines humor with patriotism. The film, which was released during the height of World War II, plays on the idea of small-town Americans being overwhelmed by the big city and government bureaucracy. Lum and Abner's down-home charm and honest patriotism make them endearing characters, and their interactions with the various government officials they encounter provide plenty of laughs.

Despite its age, So This Is Washington is still an enjoyable film that showcases the comedic talents of its stars. The movie may feel dated to some viewers, but it serves as a charming reminder of a simpler time in American history.