The story of two kids on the opposite side of the law was a popular theme in other 30s films, such asManhattan Melodrama (1934)andDead End (1937).He strides oward the cistern, telling her: "I got energy to burn." As he crosses the yard, he contemptuously criticizes: "Dump their garbage in the yard.Ignorance and Indulgence and Stink!" The virile Sicilian vigorously pumps the well - a sexual symbol and contrast o Archie""s thwarted and elderly masculinity.He also welcomed the chance to lampoon his own acting reputation as "difficult." The slightly-controversial comedy was originally rated R, but director Pollack successfully appealed for a PG rating and won.When he gargoyle broke off in mid-air as he was pulled upward, the Joker""s leg was weighted down and he could no longer hold onto the rope ladder - he let go.The publicity would be sensational.Look, you get out in six months.I follow you 12 months later.Whaddya say, boy?"Vince: "You mean we sing together?"Hunk: "Together or alone, it makes no difference.