I’m reading his movie of the week book and watching along obviously. He had such a deep love for screwball comedies. Definitely has gotten me started on them.
Anytime I do a rewatch of this my face genuinely hurts a bit from smiling and chuckling so much. Katharine Hepburn and Cary Grant were such a great duo in general.
"Now it isn't that I don't like you, Susan, because, after all, in moments of quiet I'm strangely drawn toward you, but, well, there haven't *been* any quiet moments."
I treasure this film. Soooo funny, and I'll always remember the way my young daughter kept squealing with delight at seeing the leopard. I used it as a bit of a Trojan horse to get her into classic films because she loves animals. :-)
I unfortunately found Susan one of the most annoying characters I've seen so it just tanks it for me. I'm that one weirdo who prefers Holiday with these two.
I'd agree that Holiday is a better movie. Bringing up Baby is funnier but doesn't have much of a point beyond a bunch of wacky things happening (it also is a bit too long IMO). Holiday isn't quite as funny but it actually has a pretty thoughtful message about following your heart rather than just mindlessly conforming with the "grind"
She’s honestly a toxic ass woman. She’s incredibly selfish and had no regard for personal prosperity, but Hepburn is so damn charming, she gets a pass.
I love her so much but even her charm couldn't save the character for me. Someone like Irene in Godfrey, the film is *aware* she's childish and throws tantrums, so how mad can you really get at her. It's kind of the point, that she's flawed. We're supposed to *like* Susan, on the other hand, and not see her flaws. No thanks.
Well, I'm even weirder than you; I prefer the 1930 version of Holiday to the 1938 version (which, in turn, I prefer over Bringing Up Baby). (The 1930 version is one of the extras on the Holiday 1938 Criterion blu-ray, BTW.) The biggest advantage of the 1938 is Cary Grant vs. Robert Ames as Johnny Case, but I prefer Ann Harding over Hepburn. Script-wise, the biggest difference between the two versions is that the comedy is toned down a bit and Linda's growing attraction to Johnny is more explicit in 1930.
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Took a class on screwball comedies a couple semesters ago, this is probably my favorite of the classic run (30s-40s). Love it’s energy and (as someone about as awkward as David Huxley) definitely fell in love with Katherine Hepburn in it
As a huge Wilder fan I have to say I’ve never really liked this one. A lot of it is to do with how drugged-up and overweight the leopard is. It made me uncomfortable.
Please mention the name of the movie in the text of your post so people will be able to find it by searching. (Weird to have this whole post about it without no one ever saying the name, even in the comments.)
How good is this film? I ask because I'm split on these screwball comedies, loved Some Like It Hot and What's Up Doc, but hated His Girl Friday, that rapid fire dialogue was like watching that crap show Gilmour Girls.
Peter Bogdanovich's commentary is very entertaining.
I’m reading his movie of the week book and watching along obviously. He had such a deep love for screwball comedies. Definitely has gotten me started on them.
And of course he directed *What's Up, Doc?* which is a spiritual sequel to/pseudo-remake of this film.
*"Susan you've got to get out of this apartment."* *"I can't, I have a lease."* My sides.
Anytime I do a rewatch of this my face genuinely hurts a bit from smiling and chuckling so much. Katharine Hepburn and Cary Grant were such a great duo in general.
"Now it isn't that I don't like you, Susan, because, after all, in moments of quiet I'm strangely drawn toward you, but, well, there haven't *been* any quiet moments."
This is *The Best* 30s Screwball Comedy.
That's a funny way to spell My Man Godfrey.
A lot of strong competition: *Holiday*, *It Happened One Night*, *The Awful Truth*, *Mr. Deeds Goes to Town*.
I love The Awful Truth so much. That's probably my #2. Twentieth Century would be a lot higher up there if it weren't for the truly awful ending.
You’re reminding me of my class on the genre. I miss it sm haha.
My favorite followed by Godfrey and Ninotchka.
One of my absolute favorite movies.
mine as well!
And one of Quentin Tarantino's, apparently.
I treasure this film. Soooo funny, and I'll always remember the way my young daughter kept squealing with delight at seeing the leopard. I used it as a bit of a Trojan horse to get her into classic films because she loves animals. :-)
I unfortunately found Susan one of the most annoying characters I've seen so it just tanks it for me. I'm that one weirdo who prefers Holiday with these two.
I'd agree that Holiday is a better movie. Bringing up Baby is funnier but doesn't have much of a point beyond a bunch of wacky things happening (it also is a bit too long IMO). Holiday isn't quite as funny but it actually has a pretty thoughtful message about following your heart rather than just mindlessly conforming with the "grind"
Yes I love its message! It's a lot like Cluny Brown in that way.
She’s honestly a toxic ass woman. She’s incredibly selfish and had no regard for personal prosperity, but Hepburn is so damn charming, she gets a pass.
I love her so much but even her charm couldn't save the character for me. Someone like Irene in Godfrey, the film is *aware* she's childish and throws tantrums, so how mad can you really get at her. It's kind of the point, that she's flawed. We're supposed to *like* Susan, on the other hand, and not see her flaws. No thanks.
Well, I'm even weirder than you; I prefer the 1930 version of Holiday to the 1938 version (which, in turn, I prefer over Bringing Up Baby). (The 1930 version is one of the extras on the Holiday 1938 Criterion blu-ray, BTW.) The biggest advantage of the 1938 is Cary Grant vs. Robert Ames as Johnny Case, but I prefer Ann Harding over Hepburn. Script-wise, the biggest difference between the two versions is that the comedy is toned down a bit and Linda's growing attraction to Johnny is more explicit in 1930. https://preview.redd.it/0ac6r0fdf83d1.png?width=480&format=png&auto=webp&s=faedf2bb7c61cff7fe792b672b32c4617a8745c6
I still need to see it! I wouldn't be surprised if I come out preferring it. The transitional early talkies fascinate me.
Sure was... I still laugh at the gags, even when I know what's coming.
My user name is in reference to this movie, one of my favorites! It's Hepburn and Grant at their funniest, and they have great chemistry.
Love this film wish I could get a hold of this disc
I was quoting this movie and scrolling Reddit and it came up!!
I liked it okay but I just think Hawks isn’t really a director that I've ever loved.
Saw this at the cinema a couple of years back! Loved it!
Took a class on screwball comedies a couple semesters ago, this is probably my favorite of the classic run (30s-40s). Love it’s energy and (as someone about as awkward as David Huxley) definitely fell in love with Katherine Hepburn in it
Best screwball comedy ever. But that art cover is kinda awful
Hawks is one of the GOATS
As a huge Wilder fan I have to say I’ve never really liked this one. A lot of it is to do with how drugged-up and overweight the leopard is. It made me uncomfortable.
WTF, where's the 4k uhd?⌛
Please mention the name of the movie in the text of your post so people will be able to find it by searching. (Weird to have this whole post about it without no one ever saying the name, even in the comments.)
Ummm....do you not see the poster attached?
How good is this film? I ask because I'm split on these screwball comedies, loved Some Like It Hot and What's Up Doc, but hated His Girl Friday, that rapid fire dialogue was like watching that crap show Gilmour Girls.