Review of Arrowsmith (1931) by John W — 31 Mar 2015
Starring Ronald Colman, Helen Hayes and Myrna Loy. This film version of Sinclair Lewis' novel is by no means terrible. It boasts some strong performances in telling the story of Dr. Martin Arrowsmith (Colman).
The good doctor forgoes private practice to seek a cure for the bubonic plague in the West Indies. Hayes is Colman's devoted wife, Loy the seductive temptress who distracts him from his duties. The film suffers from being overly ambitious and is weighed down by an unfocused screenplay.
Directed by John Ford.
This review of Arrowsmith (1931) was written by John W on 31 Mar 2015.
Arrowsmith has generally received mixed reviews.
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