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Hollywood at its BEST....

2009-01-03
One of the funniest movies of ALL times! Over 60 years old and can still hold up to and exceed the quality of movies made today. Cary Grant was , indeed, a STAR. His timing and delivery keep the pace fast and furious with laughter. I love seeing "brother" Teddy leading the charge up San Juan Hill each time he went up to his second floor room. And the ironic ending is priceless. As Cary gleefully exclaims when he learns he is really not a Brewster ..."I'm the son of a sea-cook!"

Classic Movie Arsenic and Old Lace.

2008-10-28
I recently purchased this classic black and white movie starring Cary Grant, and I really liked it. I had seen it many times when I was younger but the last time I had seen it was several years ago late at night on some satellite channel. When I first watched this dvd I realized that the version I had always seen on T.V. had been edited. The difference between the dvd and T.V. version were that the introductory screen credits to the movie was a Halloween cartoon and there were several other scenes that had been edited or deleted altogether. There were a few special features but nothing too exciting.
I would have rated this movie as perfect except for the fact that it has outdated slapstick humor and of course it is only b&w (black and white). I would have preferred for it to be available as both a b&w and colorized version, but I suppose that the studio thought that the evil Boris Karloff look-alike, Johnathan Brewster, looked creepier in b&w. The acting in this movie was great for the time period and included several famous actors including one of my favorite actors Peter Lorre, he brilliantly portrays the fearful assistant to the disfigured and evil Johnathan Brewster. Overall this is a great movie to show someone who is a fan of classic movies and wants to see a Halloween movie that isn't scary.

Old time Halloween goodness.

2008-10-27
This is an oddball comedy supreme of Frank Capra proportions. Watch it if only for the zany homicidal aunts. If you love Harvey, you'll love this one!

Fun Movie!

2008-10-13
I love old movies, but this one is so much fun to watch! It has a great storyline and Cary Grant does an outstanding job of making it all believable. These were the good old days when folks were truly entertained and did not have to listen to a lot of four-letter words.

"Quite Pixilating"

2008-10-07
Cary Grant is perfect for this part. His erudite speech patterns add to the comedy in a macabre and hilarious manner. The two murderous old ladies' road to "somewhere" is certainly paved with "good intentions." The very best of intentions. Cary deals with one frustration after another and inability of all parties to communicate effectively with each other intensifies the entertainment. Add the complications of romance to the simmering cauldron and we wonder how it can all work out. It is a must-see for those who have not seen this gem.

Arsenic & Old Lace dvd

2008-09-23
You'll die laughing! Frank Capra directs Cary Grant, Raymond Massey, Peter Lorre and stellar cast in the hit Broadway farce about a nutcase family with well-intentioned homicidal tendencies.

Arsenic and Old Lace

2008-08-24
Cannot go wrong with Cary Grant in this crazy comedy. Love to watch it during Halloween. The old ladies are too much fun. Highly recommend.

I love this movie

2008-08-02
I absolutely love this movie, and the main reason is Cary Grant. My only regret where Cary Grant is concerned is that I wasn't alive when his pictures were actually shown in theaters! But then, I wouldn't get to enjoy them over and over again on my DVDs. No one Hollywood has to offer today can ever expect to hope to touch him for talent or looks. I even have my 12- and 10-year-old nieces begging to watch this and "Bringing Up Baby" over and over again! Even a kid knows quality when they see it.
Anyway, this movie also has a great ensemble cast, and despite the plot revolving around death and murder, is somehow sweet and endearing. Lucky for us, it showcases the beautiful, but very underrated, Priscilla Lane. For some reason, it seems she got lost in the '40's shuffle of beautiful blondes. If you want to catch her again, get "Sabateour", a dilly from Hitchcock, also starring Bob Cummings. I personally think they have more chemistry than she and Grant, if that's possible.

Its my Halloween Tradition

2008-06-16
I have loved this movie since I was a kid. Every Halloween I put this film in and watch as I have my dinner. Old fashion but great fun. If you enjoy old comedies give this one a try.

Great classic!

2008-06-15
Comedic Cary Grant at his best. You are really missing out if you haven't seen this one yet.