I've adored this movie since I was a child and I still love it 50 years later. For some inexplicable reason, the film has a miserable reputation as being utterly dreadful. It's anything but! Garbo is beautiful in every frame, even when playing the "plain" sister Karin. Her comedic timing is deft throughout. There are many scenes where you'll literally laugh out loud. Seeing the divine Garbo Rhumba always brings a smile to my face even though she detested dancing and was embarrassed at her supposed lack of coordination.
Melvyn Douglas is, as always, a great asset and his chemistry with Garbo crackles, even though he always stated that he barely knew her in real life. Constance Bennett is annoying and overplays she unbearably snide role. But that can't detract from the overall fun of Garbo's final film. Give it a chance!
Melvyn Douglas is, as always, a great asset and his chemistry with Garbo crackles, even though he always stated that he barely knew her in real life. Constance Bennett is annoying and overplays she unbearably snide role. But that can't detract from the overall fun of Garbo's final film. Give it a chance!