So You Want to Build a House (Movie)

1948 / Director: Richard L. Bare / Avg Rating: 4.5 out of 10

In this comedic short, Joe McDoakes is evicted from his apartment and decides to build his own home. As the project progresses, his dream house turns into a nightmare.

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