Review of My Man Godfrey (1936) by Darine S — 31 May 2014

Who would've thought ..Powell being cute & all !

This review of My Man Godfrey (1936) was written by Darine S on 31 May 2014.

My Man Godfrey has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Marta R (262) on 04 Mar 2013

This was really fun to watch... and I absolutely loved the way the way the humor was delivered…

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By Randy C (345) on 16 Apr 2018

The ever vivacious carole lombard only seems to star in this american 30's upstairs, downstairs but actually she's only a stand-in, a mannequin…

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By Orlok W (1,270) on 18 Jun 2014

My Man Godfrey certainly contains some smart social commentary, but it's ultimately too formulaic to be as sharp as it should be…

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By Ben L (1,326) on 25 Jan 2017

The best part of My Man Godfrey is the comedic timing of William Powell, and the wacky exploits of the Bullock family…

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By Ted C (206) on 26 Dec 2014

Social commentary, script, acting great. Forced romance: very strange, doesn't sit right, ruins film…

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By Joe I (184) on 01 Nov 2014

Joyous on every level. Comic. Romantic. Madcap. Witty. Moral. Stupid. Classic. Art Deco. Colourised version - surprisingly - better…

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By Mike P (1,383) on 19 Mar 2014

A interesting comedy with a sociological message…

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By Jacob S (752) on 21 Jun 2013

Classic screwball comedy. The actors relish their roles and are so enjoyable to watch. Powell and Lombard are a perfect duo…

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By Naomi G (122) on 11 Apr 2015

Another blind spot for me, and I finally got around to seeing this. William Powell is an absolute delight…

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By John B (4,244) on 15 Jan 2014

I loved this film. Godfrey is an absolute delight as an unlikely family butler. A true treat…

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