The Marx Brothers in a Nutshell, 1982 (Grade C)

Director: Richard Patterson
Topic: The Marx Brothers


sez says: Knowing very little about the Marx Brother I did learn a number of things about them by watching this documentary that overviews their careers. There are a few talking heads: family and people that knew them. There is lots of film footage of them in action.  There is a narration (by Gene Kelly) that ties it all together. No question about it--they were a unique madcap bunch, who look spontaneous--but who were really absolutely disciplined, hard working guys.  The only problem, there is no analysis here--no asking why their unique humor has such a captivating appeal --and that is the sort of  question I'd be interested in seeing answered. Not that anyone has 'the answer' but at least I'd be interested in hearing some of the the theories.  In any case, this is a light weight bit of fun. (Grade C)