I'm not going to rate this movie because this is a movie that I've had both good and subpar experiences with. It's definitely a movie that you have to be in the right mood in order to enjoy. If I'm in a good mood and get invested in the…
Sep 20, 20231aa rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
This is a very delightful film! Its witty, funny, touching, based on action and subtle conflict, and it turns out well. The bonus material is lengthy, and is mostly okay.
Jan 03, 2023GraciesPal rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
An original love/hate relationship that current scripts try to copy. A platform for future screwball comedies. Not another bus film. Watch this if you want to know why women thought Gable was sexy. Not bad quality for an early talky.
Nov 10, 2022Moviereviewer rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
1931 light comedy. Colbert won a Oscar for her performance. REALLY??? It's a B&W early Hollywood talkie; rich girl running away from her rich father meets people and has adventures along the way. It was OK but nothing special. I…
May 20, 2019iloveseaotters rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
It would be interesting to see a list of what movies were up against this one when it swept the Oscars because quite honestly I don't like this movie at all.
I like Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert was good but I didn't find this movie…
Feb 25, 2019bibliosopher rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Director Frank Capra's screwball early comedy from the pre-code era. An heiress runs away from her family, and hides with a snarky reporter who is secretly in need of a leading story. Clever dialogue, great chemistry & playful…
Aug 08, 2018ThomasJWhiting rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
GREAT 1934 - pre-Code romantic comedy film with elements of screwball comedy directed and co-produced by Frank Capra which won 5 Academy Awards. Very enjoyable performances by both Claudette Colbert and Clark Gable.
The hitchhiking scene…
Aug 31, 2017pokano rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I resisted seeing this for God only knows what reason, but was delighted when I did. The chemistry between Gable and Colbert is wonderful and the hitchhike scene is fabulous! Having seen Gable only in dramas, this movie showed a side of…
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Jun 04, 2017trevordunfordswife rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Charming 'screwball' romantic comedy from the days when they relied on acting instead of sex to carry films. Highly enjoyable for just about any adult but not really recommended for teens or children as nothing blows up - they'll be…
Nov 19, 201566healey rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
A good period comedy. Well acted, and directed. Not the sophisticated romantic comedies of today, but an enduring time tested classic, showcasing some of Hollywood's best stars of yesterday. Time well wasted.
May 23, 2014hoacornell rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
If you like Clark Gable (and I do) then this picture is for you. Directed by Frank Capra this story is a great love story/comedy. Don't take my word for it, take this DVD home and see for yourself. If you end up liking it, remember it…
Apr 05, 2014ManMachine rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
From my fairly dissatisfied point of view, the absolute highlight of this decidedly disappointing "Screwball" comedy from 1934 took place within its first 15 minutes when wealthy bank prez, Alex Andrews so rightly slapped the face of his…
Oct 07, 2013Monolith rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Really a very funny eighty year old romantic comedy from Capra -- not (too) corny. 'Shapeley' had me roaring. Gable and Colbert had great chemistry and timing. FIVE STARS.
Sep 16, 2013aboyter rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Clark Gable can manhandle me anytime he wants. Love this movie--so funny! I wish the library owned "Midnight" with Claudette Colbert. That is my favorite 30s comedy.
Apr 22, 2013VRMurphy rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Great example of just why things become classics.
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Aug 20, 2012epotter8811 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
One of the best romantic comedies of all time. Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert are the perfect foils for each other in this utterly charming film from the great Frank Capra. As brash reporter Peter Warne, Gable is witty, frustrating,…
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