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Arsenic and Old Lace
1944 motion picture starring Cary Grant, Priscilla Lane, Raymond Massey and Jack Carson.
Frank Capra made this film in 1941 before he went off to make films for America's war effort, but it wasn't released until 1944. Adapted from the hit play by Joseph Kesselring, this frantic black comedy shows Capra at his best as a master of mood and … see full wiki
Director:
Robert Scheerer
Genre:
Comedy,
Action,
Frank Capra,
Adventure
Release Date:
September 23, 1944
MPAA Rating:
Unrated
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What's the film about? Based on the hit play of the same title, the story is about two sweet elderly sister who also happen to be serial killers. When their nephew brings home the preachers daughter to announce their engagement he stumbles upon his two aunts planning their next poisoning. Filled with wild slapstick antics and screwball subplots this classic is still popular today with high school and community theater productions. Who … more
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The more Frank Capra films that I sample the more I appreciate his genius. I have yet to see one of his films that I have not thoroughly enjoyed. Case in point is Capra's 1944 comedy classic "Arsenic and Old Lace" starring Cary Grant, Priscilla Lane, Raymond Massey and Peter Lorre. Much like Capra's rollicking 1938 comedy "You Can't Take It With You" this is a film will keep you roaring with laughter throughout. … more
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This is my favorite Cary Grant movie. He could do it all! This movie showed off his expert comic timing.
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Quick Tip by roczkche.
June 24, 2010
Classic Cary Grant. A must see!
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