1941

Universal Pictures | Release Date: December 14, 1979

6.2	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 24 Ratings

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Gamzguy17Aug 22, 2021

Some may cry fowl for the film's scattered tendencies and not being entirely grounded in WWII. However, for me personally, this film delivered many giddy belly laughs as many of the jokes hit the bullseye on just about everything that wasSome may cry fowl for the film's scattered tendencies and not being entirely grounded in WWII. However, for me personally, this film delivered many giddy belly laughs as many of the jokes hit the bullseye on just about everything that was popular during the year of "1941". The production values, the manic performances, the variety of genres being blended together- they all play a large part in keeping the gags fresh and entertaining to witness. Few comedies are as ambitious in its eccentricities than this picture.… Expand

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KenRMay 14, 2023

Shanghai Gesture – Out Of the Fog and Smoke

What a surprise this turned out to be. Von Sternberg literally paints his images onto the screen with his ever-moving camera, as he glides and weaves through his remarkably maze-like sets. WithShanghai Gesture – Out Of the Fog and Smoke

What a surprise this turned out to be. Von Sternberg literally paints his images onto the screen with his ever-moving camera, as he glides and weaves through his remarkably maze-like sets. With French born Cinematographer Paul Ivano, we are treated to dazzling images and a screen adaption that belies the stage origins of John Colton’s interesting and rather complex play. Strong dialogue plays a key role in cementing the rhythm and flow of the fascinating sequences as they build to an unexpected finale. Walter Huston is compelling as ever as the powerbroker hiding a mysterious past, with a very young Gene Tierney playing more believably than I’ve ever seen before as the newcomer – taking the fast lane towards a dead end, alongside an equally youthful Victor Mature as an opportunistic casino gigolo. A string of assorted colorful characters are brought to life under Josef Von Sternberg’s skillful direction. As rarely played as it is now, it should be seen by all students & lovers of solid vintage cinema. Some good DVDs available.… Expand

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Toasty87Jul 15, 2020

Not terrible but the plot and script are very questionable I enjoyed it still.

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Richard1957Oct 8, 2022

I haven't watched this movie for a while now, but I have watched it several times, and each time it gives me so many laughs, every body thinks I'm crazy!
It is one of the best comedies of all time!

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