It Happened One Night (1934) is one of three films to win the five greatest categories in the Academy Awards - Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Screenplay. The two other films were One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest (1975), and The Silence of the Lambs (1991). It Happened One Night is the foundation for all romantic comedies. This film was released right before the start of the Hays Code (which would censor films) and included the actors disrobing, and Mr Shapeley's admissions to adultery. Although there wasn't much to censor it would have been frowned upon after 1934. With a great story, excellent acting and cinematography that captures the 1930s depression perfectly, IHON is a true classic and stands the test of time. Gable and Colbert have instant chemistry in this film, as depicted in one of the first scenes on the bus when Ellen is sleeping and holding onto Peter's lapel - the look on Peter's face is priceless. These two actors proceed with effortless charm and charisma throughout the film that the movie's 105 minutes seem to fly by. It's funny that Peter Warne and Mr Shapeley became the inspiration for Bugs Bunny. Guess Bugs got Gable's ears!!
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
A Big 5 Winner!
It Happened One Night (1934) is one of three films to win the five greatest categories in the Academy Awards - Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best Screenplay. The two other films were One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest (1975), and The Silence of the Lambs (1991). It Happened One Night is the foundation for all romantic comedies. This film was released right before the start of the Hays Code (which would censor films) and included the actors disrobing, and Mr Shapeley's admissions to adultery. Although there wasn't much to censor it would have been frowned upon after 1934. With a great story, excellent acting and cinematography that captures the 1930s depression perfectly, IHON is a true classic and stands the test of time. Gable and Colbert have instant chemistry in this film, as depicted in one of the first scenes on the bus when Ellen is sleeping and holding onto Peter's lapel - the look on Peter's face is priceless. These two actors proceed with effortless charm and charisma throughout the film that the movie's 105 minutes seem to fly by. It's funny that Peter Warne and Mr Shapeley became the inspiration for Bugs Bunny. Guess Bugs got Gable's ears!!
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