Review of Ball of Fire (1941) by Lauren H — 21 Dec 2010
Great screwball comedy with Cooper and Stanwyck in top form. I'm usually bored by Cooper's earnestness, but it works well for this part. Stanwyck is the standout, though, shooting out words at a mile a minute and charming not only Cooper, but a whole cast of excellent character actors.
The denouement where the professors best the baddies is one of the most triumphant examples of brains winning over brawn. Also watch for Gene Krupa in the night club scene, leading his band in 'Drum Boogie', first on the kit and then on a box of matches.
This review of Ball of Fire (1941) was written by Lauren H on 21 Dec 2010.
Ball of Fire has generally received very positive reviews.
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