0:001. Beat 1
Model synopsis: No visual or auditory information is available for this beat; the frame is entirely black. No events, people, objects, or text can be observed.
No renewal found Free in the US since 1 January 1976, on the registry's reading: registration LP1325 of 1947 by Columbia Pictures Corp., Hollywood was not renewed in the volumes searched. Record.
98 shots over 16:57, read from the Internet Archive copy sing_a_song_of_six_pants (sing_a_song_of_six_pants.mp4, 640×480, 29.97 fps). Shot boundaries by PySceneDetect's adaptive detector; each frame links to the Archive's player at that second. Registry dossier: Sing a Song of Six Pants No renewal found. JSON
Measurements: black-and-white film on its keyframes (0 of 98 shots judged colour), average shot 10.4s long, a frontal face detected in 36% of keyframes. Shots are detected automatically and each is represented by its midpoint frame.
Released 1947 (Internet Archive).
52 beats in 27 sequences, cut automatically at shot boundaries scored on picture change, pauses in speech, topic shifts, on-screen text and cutting rhythm (each beat says why it starts where it does). Each is annotated by a vision-language model from four sampled frames and the transcript lines in it, as observations with evidence; anything the frames and lines do not support is left null. Machine annotation (Qwen/Qwen3-VL-235B-A22B-Instruct), checked automatically: quotes must be verbatim, names must be spoken, "visible" events are sampled to a second model. 52 of 52 beats annotated, 52 passed the checks, 0 flagged.
Passages cut at shot boundaries and annotated by a machine from four sampled frames and the transcript lines in them. Each beat says why it starts where it does and what was checked; sequences are visual groups, not scenes.
0:00Model synopsis: No visual or auditory information is available for this beat; the frame is entirely black. No events, people, objects, or text can be observed.
0:11Model synopsis: The beat shows a title card for the film 'Sing a Song of Six Pants' with names of credited actors and production details. No characters or actions are visible.
0:38Model synopsis: A man in a vest stands behind a counter with another man in a suit and glasses; a sign advertises cleaning, pressing, and alterations. The scene is set in a shop with a window display visible.
2 people observed.
Model synopsis: A man in a dark jacket and patterned tie is visible in an office, reacting to something off-screen. A sign on a wall reads 'LEFT 30 DAYS TO BE CHARGES'.
1 person observed.
“Oh, my God.” 0:55
Model synopsis: Three men are in a room; one reads a threatening letter about repossession of tailoring equipment unless a $321.86 balance is paid within 24 hours. One man says he is too young to worry, and another suggests music to cheer them up.
3 people observed.
“Hey, fellas, listen to this letter.” 1:19 · “This is to inform you that unless overdue payments for tailoring equipment are made within 24 hours, we will repossess said equipment.” 1:28
2:20Model synopsis: Two men in vests stand near a radio in an interior setting, discussing capturing a criminal named Hargan to collect a reward. The transcript includes a news flash about Hargan’s crimes and a radio ad for gasoline.
2 people observed.
“Police are frantically scouring the town in search of Terry's slippery-fingered heart.” 2:00 · “Why don't we capture Hargan and collect the reward, then we can pay our bills.” 2:23
2:51Model synopsis: A man in a suit with a measuring tape around his neck stands at a table with bottles, speaking about removing a spot and being hungry. The setting appears to be a clothing shop with racks of garments visible.
1 person observed.
“Well, anyway, I got the spot out.” 2:49 · “Oh, boy.” 2:56
Model synopsis: Two men are in a room with a counter and bottles; one gestures while speaking, the other pours from a kettle. A third man is visible in the background. The transcript includes lines about lunch and a funny man.
3 people observed.
“Oh, a funny man. That's a matter what you.” 3:07 · “What did I do?” 3:11
3:53Model synopsis: A man in a vest and dark trousers leans over a cluttered table in an interior space, appearing to work on or inspect something. He is audible but not named, and the setting is not clearly identifiable beyond being indoors.
1 person observed.
4:03Model synopsis: A man in a vest and tie reads a newspaper while standing in a room with shuttered windows and a trash can. No dialogue or on-screen text is present in this beat.
1 person observed.
Model synopsis: Two men are in a tailor shop; one is pressing garments while the other confronts him about missing pants. The dialogue suggests urgency and confusion over the location of Mr. Grant's pants.
Named: Mr. Grant (t:4:16). 3 people observed.
“What are you stalling around for? Oh, oh, oh, oh. You know you've got a rush order to get out. Get Mr. Grant's pants and hand press them. Al…” 4:16 · “What did you do with him? I didn't touch him.” 4:30
4:55Model synopsis: A man in a vest and shirt stands at an ironing board, handling a dark garment. The room contains framed pictures and a wall-mounted device, suggesting an interior domestic or work space.
1 person observed.
5:02Model synopsis: A man in a vest and shirt sits holding a tray with a bell, reacting to something off-screen. He is audible saying 'Oh, oh.' and then 'All right.' during this beat.
1 person observed.
“Oh, oh.” 4:59 · “All right.” 5:03
5:17Model synopsis: A man in a vest stands behind an ironing board holding a hat, reacting with sounds of growling and surprise. The setting appears to be an interior room with a bulletin board and chair visible.
1 person observed.
5:27Model synopsis: A blurred figure moves rapidly through a doorway in an office-like room with a desk, chair, and bulletin board. No dialogue or on-screen text is present in this beat.
1 person observed.
5:41Model synopsis: A man in a vest and shirt is captured mid-motion in an interior room, reacting to an accusation. The transcript includes exclamations and a line accusing someone of double-crossing.
1 person observed.
“You double-crossing!” 5:37 · “Oh!” 5:41
Model synopsis: Two men confront each other indoors, then a man walks on a sidewalk past storefronts. No names are spoken, and no time of day or period is established.
3 people observed.
“Wise guy, this time I'll close your small snob.” 6:01 · “I'm sorry you stepped into me.” 6:19
6:37Model synopsis: A man in light-colored suit adjusts another man's hat while several other men in suits and hats stand nearby in an interior space. No dialogue or on-screen text is present in the frames.
5 people observed.
6:47Model synopsis: Two men in overcoats walk along a sidewalk past storefronts including a furniture store and a barber shop. One man walks away from the camera while the other walks toward it, both visible in a single street scene.
2 people observed.
Model synopsis: A man in a suit and hat enters a shop while three other men react inside. One man speaks, announcing a customer.
4 people observed.
“Hey, fellas!” 6:52 · “A customer.” 6:54
Model synopsis: A man in a vest speaks to a man in a suit and hat inside a crowded shop; another man in a white shirt and tie stands nearby while a man in a vest sits and drinks. The transcript includes dialogue about a sport coat and a bottle, and a complaint about a 'mess' bought at the store.
6 people observed.
“Say, have you seen it? - Yes, sir. Don't worry about it. You've really come to the right place. You bet. This is the store where your doll…” 6:58 · “Say, we've got the very sport coat you're looking for.” 7:05
Model synopsis: A man in a suit and hat is surrounded by others who are handling a garment; one man speaks about its quality and origin. The group is indoors, and the garment is being presented or fitted.
5 people observed.
“Here! Isn't it a beauty?” 7:19 · “Genuine import. Smell the ocean. And it's 200% wool.” 7:21
Model synopsis: A man kneels to fit trousers on a customer in a crowded store while others watch. A voice insists the customer wants flags, not a coat, and declares the customer is always right in this store.
7 people observed.
“Oh, he don't want a coat.” 7:36 · “What he wants is a pair of our slick slacks.” 7:39
8:14Model synopsis: A man in a hat hands another man slacks while a police officer confronts a group about a bank robber. A woman greets someone named Marty and calls him Sugar Plot.
Named: Officer (t:8:05), Sugar Plot (t:8:23), Marty (t:8:22). 6 people observed.
“Here you are, brother. Slick slacks. Try them all the size. Oh, yes. Try them right on.” 7:59 · “Gee, Officer, we-- - Quiet!” 8:05
8:47Model synopsis: A man in a suit holds up trousers while speaking to others in a tailor shop; he mentions a paper in the watch pocket with a safe combination and plans to use it that night. Another person responds affirmatively and later shows the trousers to others.
4 people observed.
“My clothes are in the Pit Boys tailor shop around the corner.” 8:30 · “Now in the watch pocket of the trousers, there's a piece of paper with a combination to a safe.” 8:34
Model synopsis: Three men examine a handwritten note that contains a safe combination. One man speaks the sequence aloud while the others listen intently.
3 people observed.
“LRLRLRL, one, one, two, hey.” 9:05 · “L1?” 9:11
Model synopsis: Two men in suits react to a third man who appears distressed and is wearing a measuring tape; the dialogue suggests a guessing game about initials 'T.H.' and a character called 'Quiz Kid'. No named characters are identified from the transcript or frames.
Named: Quiz Kid (t:9:26). 3 people observed.
“I wonder what that means. Teddy Huesvelt?” 9:23 · “You're wrong, Quiz Kid.” 9:26
9:44Model synopsis: Three men are in a room; one speaks the name Terry Hargan and mentions a bank robber and dummies. One man reacts with pain after being told 'No cranks.'
Named: Terry Hargan (t:9:39). 3 people observed.
“Terry Hargan. Terry Hargan, he was here. The bank robber was here. You're crazy. Those clothes came off one of the dummies.” 9:39 · “No cranks.” 9:46
9:54Model synopsis: A man in a vest and shirt is visible indoors, looking down at his hands. No spoken dialogue or on-screen text is present in this beat.
1 person observed.
9:58Model synopsis: A close-up shot shows a broom with a small white object stuck in its bristles. The scene is static and lit to emphasize the broom against a plain background.
Model synopsis: A man in a vest and hat is handed his altered coat in a shop while another man brushes something off it with a broom. The scene is indoors and involves at least four men interacting around the coat.
4 people observed.
“Hiya, fellas. Is my coat altered? Just finished. Oh, fine. Try it on. Good.” 10:02 · “Wait a minute. Brush them off.” 10:08
10:20Model synopsis: Four men are in an indoor setting; one adjusts another's clothing while dialogue about measurements and a hat is exchanged. No names are spoken that identify any of the individuals.
4 people observed.
“Sleeves 31 inches. That's right. 31.” 10:13 · “Who made that hat? My mother.” 10:17
10:29Model synopsis: A man in a fedora and suit stands with his back to the camera inside a shop, facing a glass door where another man in a hat is visible outside. A coat rests on a counter in the foreground.
2 people observed.
Model synopsis: Three men interact with a woman at a counter in an indoor setting; one man holds a bottle while another gestures. The woman requests a dress be dyed Hanna color.
4 people observed.
“What kind of brushing you're going around here? He had a loose face.” 10:32 · “Yes, ma'am? Oh, do die.” 10:39
Model synopsis: Three men sit at a counter while a woman in a striped dress and large hat speaks to them; she mentions wanting a sport coat and slacks for her brother and asks about the price of table gabardine. The setting appears to be a retail shop with other customers visible in the background.
4 people observed.
“You mean henna color at all?” 10:49 · “It's kind of a brown-reddish. I never ate a brown-reddish.” 10:55
Model synopsis: Three men are seated in what appears to be a shop, discussing a calculation. One man gestures toward his chest while speaking, and another asks for the total.
3 people observed.
“You better add that up.” 11:15 · “What's the total?” 11:21
Model synopsis: Three men interact with a woman in a shop while one man holds a garment; a price is discussed and agreed upon. One man leaves briefly while another holds a garment and looks toward the camera.
4 people observed.
“$411, but there's a sale today. You get 10% off. That makes it $42.50. I'll take it.” 11:26 · “Oh, just a moment. I'll be right back.” 11:32
Model synopsis: A man in a light shirt stands with his back to the camera near a bed in a room with barred windows; a woman in a striped dress holds fabric while two men sit nearby. A sign on the wall warns that items left will be confiscated. The transcript includes fragmented, nonsensical lines about colors and vegetables.
4 people observed.
“Hanna color. You mean brown radish? Oh, yellow, turnip, blue, cucumbers, 80-gall. Go ahead.” 11:43 · “There we are.” 11:50
Model synopsis: Three men stand at a counter where a woman hands one of them money; they later search each other's clothing and find more cash. No names are spoken, and the setting appears to be an indoor commercial space with barred windows.
4 people observed.
“You said 42.50?” 11:58 · “There you are.” 12:06
Model synopsis: A man in a shop interacts with a woman and others while holding a receipt; a separate scene shows a man in a striped jacket at a counter. The transcript includes dialogue about a coat, pants, and a payment receipt from 'Pep Boys Cleaners'.
Named: Sugar Plum (t:12:52). 4 people observed.
“Hiya, fellas.” 12:36 · “As you want you to make me a pair of pants to match.” 12:41
13:24Model synopsis: A customer requests dry cleaning and pressing services at a shop while a clerk attends to garments. The shop has signage visible in the window and multiple people are present, including a man in a suit and a clerk handling clothing.
4 people observed.
“We'd like to have our suits cleaned and pressed while we wait.” 13:29 · “- Why, certainly. - Yes, sir. That's what we'll do.” 13:33
Model synopsis: Two men argue in a shop while others watch; one man is struck and another is restrained. A piece of paper with letters and numbers is mentioned as missing.
7 people observed.
“Where that piece of paper was in my pants pocket. You mean the one with the numbers on it? That's it, that's it. And the letters L-R-L-R-…” 13:47 · “I never saw it. Oh, a wise guy.” 13:55
14:25Model synopsis: A man in a suit restrains another man who is shouting with his mouth wide open. The setting appears to be an interior office or similar workspace.
2 people observed.
Model synopsis: Two men struggle over a paper in an office; one man is knocked down. A third man shouts from behind a rack of coats after the fall.
Named: Larry (t:14:41). 3 people observed.
“All right, come across with that paper.” 14:29 · “Why don't you say so? There it is.” 14:34
Model synopsis: In a shop, one man presses another's pants with an iron while a third man holds a book and speaks. A fourth man is later seen being grabbed by the lapels in a confrontation.
Named: Moe (t:14:47). 5 people observed.
“Ouch! Nice work, Moe.” 14:47 · “We might as well press his pants. Ouch!” 14:51
Model synopsis: Two men confront each other in a clothing store; one grabs the other by the lapels while a third man watches. The transcript includes shouted pleas for help and denials of intent.
3 people observed.
“You'll talk. There.” 15:01 · “You'll talk now. Hey, shut up. I... Where is that piece of paper? I haven't got it. Oh, still won't talk. Help! Help! Help!” 15:04
15:20Model synopsis: A man in a checkered suit and patterned tie holds his jaw with one hand, eyes closed, in an interior space with a fireplace and bookshelves. No dialogue or on-screen text is present in this beat.
1 person observed.
Model synopsis: Three men are in a room with shelves of boxes; one man is standing on a pile of boxes while another is being held back. A man is heard yelling for help and asking how someone feels, followed by a declaration that they have 'got them' and need to 'log them'.
Named: Mo (t:15:44), Larry (t:15:44). 6 people observed.
“Oh, his head is steaming.” 15:29 · “That's it.” 15:36
Model synopsis: A group of men in a room celebrate capturing someone named Harkin, discussing payment and rewards while one man lies on the floor. One man holds tickets to a policeman's ball, which he presents to the group.
Named: Harkin (t:15:58). 6 people observed.
“It's Harkin, all right. Nice work, boys. We're in the chips. The moolah.” 15:58 · “Now we can pay skin and flint.” 16:03
16:40Model synopsis: Three men examine an object indoors while a fourth man stands in the background. A line is spoken about a '50' appearing unexpectedly.
4 people observed.
Model synopsis: The final frames show the text 'The End' over a dark background with a faint, smiling face. No people, actions, or dialogue are visible or audible in this beat.
Model synopsis: The final beat of the film consists of two black frames with no visible content, objects, or people. No transcript lines are provided for this beat, leaving no audible or textual information.
Machine transcription of the Archive copy's audio with Whisper large-v3-turbo (temperature 0); the model heard it as en. 188 segments kept, 115 dropped as the kind of hallucination the model produces over music and silence. Each timestamp links to the Archive's player at that second. This has not been checked against the film and can be wrong.
Every free film of 1947 with a copy
By the average clip vector of the keyframes; a measurement, not a judgement