1938 - You Can't Take It With You: "Nobody writes to me anymore. They're all dead!"

1938 Best Picture Winner

Premiered on September 1, 1938 in New York

Budget:  $1,644,736

Gross: N/A

 

This movie was a nice film with lots of humor and a nice message that wealth doesn't make a person happy. The script and actors were very funny. A little quirky at times, but funny nonetheless. We were also introduced to a young Jimmy Stewart who was very funny himself. 

Joel

Favorite: Lionel Barrymore's character, Grandpa. At the beginning, the character appeared eccentric but in the end he proved to be very wise.

Least Favorite: There was nothing about this film that furthered the film industry or the comedy genre. It was an entertaining movie but it will not be one that will stick with me.

Callie

Favorite: The quirky characters drew me into the story. It was very character driven.

Least Favorite: It had a play feel to it. Frank Capra did not utilize camera shots very well.