Review of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) by Uditha D — 09 Dec 2011
"Why thank you EVER so!" Marilyn Monroe's constant refrain is classic in its own right, but Gentlemen Prefer Blondes was funny to me in other ways too. Monroe's Lorelei Lee stereotyped the blonde as dumb, hence the term "dumb blonde", to new heights in this lovable comedy.
Brunettes (exemplified by Jane Russel's Dorothy Shaw) seem to be of a more intelligent nature, but that doesn't stop both Monroe and Russel to lapse into sing-song crazes that never really seem to end together.
This is the most underrated comedy I've ever seen, and it's a wonder why on earth at least "Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend" didn't get a well deserving Oscar statuette, let alone a Best Picture nomination for the entire production! It's one of the most catchy tunes I've heard, and lights up Lee's obsession with men and riches to an apex.
In the end, however, it was the sobering, yet refreshing thought that she was saved from her mad frolics and frenzy by her very good friend (Dorothy), that made watching Gentlemen Prefer Blondes a worthwhile and palatable experience.
This review of Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) was written by Uditha D on 09 Dec 2011.
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes has generally received very positive reviews.
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