Review of Mr. Deeds Goes to Town (1936) by Joe L — 25 Dec 2008
It's interesting how many films of this period address the economic crisis indirectly - so many of these stories are about wealth, either coming into it suddenly, misunderstading someone who has it, or doesn't have it - it's all about money and class conflict.
once again we have capra's signature formula: the ordinary man is nearly destroyed by the hard, cold cynical world of money and power, only to have his values rescue him in the end. it seems to be the structure an inspiring story is built upon - two of my favorite mamet films have the same thesis: 'the winslow boy,' and 'redbelt.
' jean arthur is again wonderful in the stock character of foil/savior, though gary cooper feels out of place and doesn't seem to match the whimsical character described in the dialogue.
This review of Mr. Deeds Goes to Town (1936) was written by Joe L on 25 Dec 2008.
Mr. Deeds Goes to Town has generally received very positive reviews.
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