My Man Godfrey is a perfect example of good on-screen chemistry. Godfrey and Irene bounce off each other perfectly, providing humor that can still make us laugh almost a hundred years later. Every character is very well thought out and executed, and though I don't know these actors from any other role they seem like the only possible choice for such memorable parts. These characters evoke strong emotions by their very presence - the forbidding Cornelia jumps to mind especially. The anti-rich message feels just as impactful as I imagine it was in 1936, yet it doesn't overpower or bog down the fun, comedic atmosphere of the film. Overall, My Man Godfrey is a wonderful movie with a story that still immerses the viewer today.
Review of My Man Godfrey
