tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post2689473065852824636..comments2024-03-28T03:27:52.615-07:00Comments on My Love Of Old Hollywood: Fabulous Films of the 1940s, CMBA Blogathon entry: The Philadelphia Story Pagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comBlogger54125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-44006258850829666362013-05-11T12:09:48.148-07:002013-05-11T12:09:48.148-07:00I'm many months late, but this was quite enjoy...I'm many months late, but this was quite enjoyable. Virginia Weidler is a hobby (obsession) of mine and I think you capture the spirit perfectly. <br /><br />Hepburn often remarked how lucky they were to have gotten Ginny and how she had to avoid looking at her during the scenes because just looking Virginia's way would make Hepburn break up.<br /><br />Cary Grant was also quoted as saying that everyone else in the film was trying so hard to one up each other and all Virginia had to do was spin the yo-yo and the scene was hers.<br /><br />We discuss Virginia Weidler every day, and even snark a bit, at: <br /><br />https://www.facebook.com/VirginiaWeidlerRemembranceSociety?ref=hl<br /><br />Please drop by!howie14https://www.blogger.com/profile/05392570254907661087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-35954705888256861002013-03-25T17:27:44.373-07:002013-03-25T17:27:44.373-07:00I love this film! Watching Philadelphia Story is o...I love this film! Watching Philadelphia Story is one of my earliest classic film memories :) My dad was out of town and my mom, sister and I all watched it together.<br />Though everyone in this cast is perfect, I'll admit my favorite in this film is Virginia Weidler. May I boldly say that I believe she stills the scenes she is in?<br />The scene where she comes in with her ballet shoes is hilarious!<br />Wonderful post :)<br />JessicaJessica P.http://www.cometoverhollywood.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-76999469579972719172013-03-22T22:58:11.872-07:002013-03-22T22:58:11.872-07:00Le,
So glad you enjoyed my take on this very enter...Le,<br />So glad you enjoyed my take on this very entertaining film.<br />Always a treat to get your opinions.<br /><br />PagePagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-40543699319520044062013-03-01T12:18:05.948-08:002013-03-01T12:18:05.948-08:00Oh, oh, my last comment failed to appear here. Any...Oh, oh, my last comment failed to appear here. Anyway, this was another witty review with images. I love Virginia Weidler in this film, the young sister in High Society doesn't getnear her. And, of course, Ruth's hats, that themselves would give subject to a whole post with Shirley Temple.<br />Kisses! Lêhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02419693749682458647noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-27409093481095178712013-02-26T15:59:43.556-08:002013-02-26T15:59:43.556-08:00My favorite person in the world can be late if she...My favorite person in the world can be late if she wants to be! If I had known you were coming I would have put down the red carpet and summoned Ivan to play the bugle though. Only the best for Your Higney! : )<br /><br />Thanks for the sweet comments, Becks. I know of everyone you get my sense of humor and I'm glad that I can count you in the 'not head over heels in love with Kate' column when it comes to her comedies. ha ha<br /><br />Good to see you back!<br />Page<br /><br />Pagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-33014201067589219242013-02-26T15:55:43.199-08:002013-02-26T15:55:43.199-08:00Jeff,
It's good to see so many weren't too...Jeff,<br />It's good to see so many weren't too keen on Kate and her character or even Kate in general. ha ha (A great actress but she was hard to take at times.) Her voice and just that superior attitude.) <br /><br />Thank you for the very kind compliments. So glad you got a kick out of my unique take on the film.<br />PagePagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-84896430835371259222013-02-26T15:53:43.323-08:002013-02-26T15:53:43.323-08:00Aurora,
Always glad to see you here! : )
I'm ...Aurora,<br />Always glad to see you here! : ) <br />I'm glad you enjoyed this snarky look at a very good film. I just wish Cary had been given funnier lines. Although, Stewart handled the best lines like a pro. I wish he had been given many more comedic leads like this one. There aren't many actors who can give Grant a run for his money in that department.<br />PagePagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-6242518904942937732013-02-26T09:00:27.920-08:002013-02-26T09:00:27.920-08:00I'm late, I'm late, for a very important d...I'm late, I'm late, for a very important date --- reading your piece. But even though I'm late, I probably laughed harder than anyone! You know I love your snarks, and I particularly love them when it's a movie I have never been able to stand. Yes, it's true, I don't like The Philadelphia Story. I love everybody in it, but I don't like the story or the movie. Just too much rich bitch stuff for me -- your remarks about Hepburn's teeth and figure had me rollling! I loved " These outdoor sets are like The Truman Show." What a great way to describe it, right on the money and really funny. One of your best, Page, and so much fun to read!ClassicBeckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03591715859057540467noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-43553963293448639852013-02-26T06:48:24.190-08:002013-02-26T06:48:24.190-08:00Very funny as always, Page - love these caption sn...Very funny as always, Page - love these caption snarkfests of yours, it's such a fresh, unique was to construct a film review post! Pleased to see you apparently think as little of Katherine Hepburn's character as I do. How that cold fish got 3 men to fall for her I have no idea. That said, the entire film is one big Tracy Lord smackdown, so it evens out. Hepburn is fine in an unsympathetic part, but for my money Grant emerges the best as the calm, sane center in the storm of insanity. This movie is so well done that even when the characters are working my last nerve in all their irritating glory, I still can admire its artistry.Jeff Flugelhttp://thestalkingmoon.weebly.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-5755597371174572772013-02-25T13:43:08.528-08:002013-02-25T13:43:08.528-08:00Page,
Endlessly entertaining snark-fest on one of...Page,<br /><br />Endlessly entertaining snark-fest on one of the best romantic comedies ever made. Love the pics too! <br /><br />Always a pleasure to visit!<br /><br />AuroraCitizen Screenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11596338896095275116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-39371903746697022322013-02-24T14:32:06.685-08:002013-02-24T14:32:06.685-08:00Page, I visit often. Never took the time to commen...Page, I visit often. Never took the time to comment before... Love your site. Great stuff!! :)Arthttp://classiccinemagold.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-21622452435953045172013-02-24T12:53:05.379-08:002013-02-24T12:53:05.379-08:00Hi, John!
So glad you enjoyed my photo review. It ...Hi, John!<br />So glad you enjoyed my photo review. It seems to be a favorite but then I do love that others aren't too keen on it. <br /><br />That, Virginia, she gave me a lot to work with. ha ha<br />PagePagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-22719087374214898402013-02-24T11:49:48.042-08:002013-02-24T11:49:48.042-08:00Great job Page! I especially loved your "Just...Great job Page! I especially loved your "Just picture a miniature version of Judith Anderson in Rebecca” comment. i love the film too!John/24Frameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14719659042858962026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-61258623406723032642013-02-24T09:45:57.044-08:002013-02-24T09:45:57.044-08:00Matt,
Thanks for pointing out Virginia's perfo...Matt,<br />Thanks for pointing out Virginia's performance in that film. She really was a good actress. There were so many 'child stars' that stole films and regardless of what Ivan says, I thought Shirley was brilliant and such a hard worker. Dickie Moore was great too. <br /><br />Of course, Jackie Coogan will always have a special place in my heart. I can't watch "The Kid" without crying and I'm not one to cry during films. <br />Page<br /><br />Pagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-79631328478922328442013-02-24T09:42:49.256-08:002013-02-24T09:42:49.256-08:00I forgot to say that I did enjoy High Society alth...I forgot to say that I did enjoy High Society although Grace Kelly just wasn't a favorite actress. And knowing the history she had with Bing, well there is that. She was brilliant at creating this mystique, and illusions that she was this perfect person (without flaws). <br /><br />Of course that has nothing to do with the film but while it was also successful it doesn't come close to the original and it's script.<br />A great question!<br />Page<br />Pagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-89806306741084580082013-02-24T09:39:01.323-08:002013-02-24T09:39:01.323-08:00Oops! Rail THIN. I wanted to say too, that Roland...Oops! Rail THIN. I wanted to say too, that Roland Young was such a great character actor that he makes any film better with his presence. <br />PagePagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-75597379309201312422013-02-24T09:37:38.496-08:002013-02-24T09:37:38.496-08:00Angel,
Thanks so much for the comments. I do think...Angel,<br />Thanks so much for the comments. I do think Jimmy was hilarious in this film. He was certainly given the best lines and his performance was Oscar worthy. I found him quite handsome actually. I don't mind his being rail thing. I've wondered why he didn't have a couple of scenes in a bathing suit since Kate did. That would have been something to see. ha ha<br /><br />PagePagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-20621758236613456452013-02-24T09:35:24.049-08:002013-02-24T09:35:24.049-08:00Bacall,
Thanks so much for sharing this info about...Bacall,<br />Thanks so much for sharing this info about your mom. That's so sweet! It's hard to carry off a pant suit but Hepburn did it well. She was so tall and obviously quite slender. (I guess Dietrich should be given her props for this style too as she was the first to get this fashion going.)<br /><br />I'm glad you enjoyed the screen grabs I chose. There were over 100 but luckily I edited so now there are about 95. lol Yes, you got through that many. : )<br /><br />I appreciate your very kind comments.<br />PagePagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-27901489109965602042013-02-24T09:31:41.943-08:002013-02-24T09:31:41.943-08:00Matt,
Yes, Bringing Up Baby will always be at the ...Matt,<br />Yes, Bringing Up Baby will always be at the top of my list for funniest in this genre. I much prefer Grant and Hepburn's performance there. Cary just wasn't given funny or memorable lines in this one. It was all Stewart but that's okay. Jimmy was pretty funny here and it was big of Grant to take a back seat for a change. <br /><br />I'm so glad you found this review entertaining as it's a bit tricky to rip on a film that so many are fond of.<br /><br />Over all it's been a really fun Blogathon.<br />PagePagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-25788049173945181662013-02-24T09:26:49.272-08:002013-02-24T09:26:49.272-08:00Hi, Dor!
I'm so glad Vinnie joined you in read...Hi, Dor!<br />I'm so glad Vinnie joined you in reading this review instead of running through the house to check on you after you started your laughing fits. ha ha <br /><br />I'm so glad you and others approve of my taking a few swipes at TPS. I'm quite fond of the film as I've mentioned but it's fun to have a laugh or two even if it's at the expense of Queen Kate. : )<br /><br />I so appreciate your kind compliments and thanks so much for stopping by.<br /><br />PagePagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15063277863578004836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-80281879089082489052013-02-23T20:05:00.813-08:002013-02-23T20:05:00.813-08:00So much fun, as always! The Philadelphia Story is ...So much fun, as always! The Philadelphia Story is a favorite, so it's great to see it get your photo review treatment. Jimmy is such a fine fellow, even if he is a bit skinny :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-67784005358511726402013-02-23T18:24:37.584-08:002013-02-23T18:24:37.584-08:00Love this post Page! Philadelphia Story is one of ...Love this post Page! Philadelphia Story is one of my favorite classic comedies! I LOVE the stills you have of the film and the humorous captions! Do you want to hear something funny? My mom looked like Katharine when she was very young, and my dad looked like her paramour, Spencer Tracey. Every time I see a film with either one, or when they are together in a film I think of my parents. Anyway just thought I'd share that. The many stills you have of Katharine reminded me so much of my mom. And, no one, and I mean no one could wear a pants suit like Katharine. She was way ahead of her day. She looked so grand in those suits! This fashion slave has been all over town trying to get a nice suit like that. :D Thank you for making LOL! Bacallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06218751211069541507noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-87053428441046239792013-02-23T17:08:02.914-08:002013-02-23T17:08:02.914-08:00She was also magnificent in "Young Tom Edison...She was also magnificent in "Young Tom Edison"! Maybe modern day kid actors should watch her movies to learn what child acting really is about. Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14762164615912952141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-8885847319231373062013-02-23T17:05:57.720-08:002013-02-23T17:05:57.720-08:00Page, this was a great review! Though I really lik...Page, this was a great review! Though I really liked THE PHILADELPHIA STORY, I think it's kind of overrated when you compare it to BRINGING UP BABY. I was sort of disappointed that the former didn't have as many laughs as I expected. Those laughs were thankfully delivered in your LOL hilarious review, especially Virginia Weidler as "Danver Jr." (If only the movie was a murder mystery with the girl being the muderer, and George being bumped off. Just kidding!) Thank you for this amazing addition to the Fabulous films of the 1940s! Matthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14762164615912952141noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5288732393699331930.post-82048040374480298142013-02-23T15:30:27.180-08:002013-02-23T15:30:27.180-08:00Page, once again you had Vinnie and me laughing ou...Page, once again you had Vinnie and me laughing out loud! While THE PHILADELPHIA STORY is most certainly a classic comedy, that doesn't mean it can't take some sassy yet good-natured ribbing. My throat is still sore from laughing over your hilarious bon mots, especially Virginia Weidler as "Danvers Jr." This was a great choice for the Fabulous Films of the 1940s Blogathon! Happy trailers! :-D<br />DorianTBhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01357778472575080022noreply@blogger.com