Saturday, May 14, 2005

A Night in Casablanca

And so it goes, I wasn't expecting much from this later, lesser-known Marx Brothers film, but darned if it didn't turn out to be one of their funniest films. I understand that it was originally intended to be a parody of Casablanca, but it gradually developed into its in own film. It's about a hotel, a hidden treasure, and an the Nazi that wants it. Of course when the Marx's show up, mayhem ensues, and that just the way I like it. There's an inspired scene when the Nazi tries to pack his luggage but is unaware that the brother's are hidding in his closet and trunk -- must be seen to be understood. It also features what may be their most action-packed climax when they are charsing down an airplaine (about to take off) in a truck. Comedy at its finest.

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