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If we look at the video for what it is supposed to be, it does the job very well. Another reviewer complained about the narration, but the content of the narration is actually informative. Although the narrator is uncredited, I am sure that is none other than Bill Goodwin, who later was the first announcer for the legendary George Burns and Gracie Allen TV Show. Admittedly, he was supposed to be annoying on that show as well (usually hawking Carnation condensed milk or B.F. Goodrich tires).

90% of this episode is the same as "In the Dough" where Gumby and Pokey are invited to see how to make bread.

The framing story in this version is simplified, and the danger is less pronounced. The original one is a much better presentation, but might give young children nightmares.

As usual in the early Gumby show, the creators have a lot of fun with the animation, and a baking factory is a perfect setting for their imaginations.

You know the routine. A character with multiple potential enemies is killed and Perry Mason's client looks extremely guilty due to the circumstances of the case in the first half. In the second half, usually in a pretrial hearing, Perry (with help from his able assistants) finds out who the real murderer is, usually eliciting a witness stand confession, or one from the gallery. Tried and true, and fits the 52 minute time frame.

This episode has Perry MUCH more busy, involved in the murder case, but also an important accessory murder case and a Grand Theft case.

When Hamilton Burger's jaw drops a little more deeply than it usually does, you can almost feel for the man.

Tightly written, well thought out, and Perry's knowledge of ugly art (look at his office!) comes into play here. A great episode for fans of the series or even those who just want an engaging Whodunnit.