Review of Horse Feathers (1932) by Shawn G — 22 May 2013
This comedy starring the Marx Brothers opens with Groucho being made the new president of a college. His son Zeppo implores him to get some players to help them win a big football game. However, after going to the Speakeasy Groucho winds up with Harpo and Chico while the professionals are on the other team.
At the same time, first Zeppo and then Groucho fall for a girl with bad intentions. The game day comes and things look bad but the Marx Brothers turn the tide with their shananigans on the field. Memorable moments include the opening number, the password gag, anatomy class, and of course the crazy football match! There is also a precursor to the stateroom scene from A Night at the Opera.
Fewer people but still craziness.
This review of Horse Feathers (1932) was written by Shawn G on 22 May 2013.
Horse Feathers has generally received very positive reviews.
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