This amusing short animation tells of a polite and timid young minister with a major shortcoming: he just cannot bring himself to say goodbye, and this causes him great grief and considerable consternation. On the first day of his vacation to visit friends, Melpomenus somehow stays and stays until, on the last day of his holiday, he finally departs in an unexpected way. Based on the Stephen Leacock short story, the film is set to toe-tapping ragtime music.
Credits
The Awful Fate of Melpomenus Jones Cast
| Name |
Character |
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Mavor Moore
He was 63, 87 years old when he died
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as Narrator |
The Awful Fate of Melpomenus Jones Crew
| Name |
Department |
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Gerald Potterton as Director. He was 51 (now 93) years old
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Directing |