A meek salesman with an uncanny ability to pick horses is virtually kidnapped by a trio of gamblers..
Is this thing worth a watch? If you’re into that fast-talking 1930s comedy style where everyone is constantly shouting over each other, you’ll probably have a good time. If the idea of a movie that feels like a loud, sweaty stage play makes your teeth itch, stay away. It’s definitely not for everyone, but it’s got a sp...
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Mervyn LeRoy
Victor Heerman
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"Is this thing worth a watch? If you’re into that fast-talking 1930s comedy style where everyone is constantly shouting over each other, you’ll probably have a good time. If the idea of a movie that feels like a loud, sweaty stage play makes your teeth itch, stay away. It’s definitely not for everyone, but it’s got a specific kind of manic energy. The whole thing revolves around Frank McHugh as Erwin. He’s so timid it’s almost physically painful to watch. He writes little poems for greeting card..."
John Cecil Holm, Laird Doyle, George Abbott
United States
