Review of My Man Godfrey (1936) by Jim H — 07 May 2012
A socialite falls for her butler who has a secret about his past.
What great satire. The way the upper classes are exposed as caddy and the way they treat the lower classes as playthings resonates even today when some people wonder at the plight of the poor: "If they don't have enough money, why don't they buy more of it?".
William Powell's performance is of the time, reserved and aloof but occasionally charming, and Carole Lombard nails the flighty Irene Bullock.
Overall, this is a film that has certainly stood the test of time and remains poignantly funny.
This review of My Man Godfrey (1936) was written by Jim H on 07 May 2012.
My Man Godfrey has generally received very positive reviews.
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