Review of My Man Godfrey (1936) by Nicole S — 12 Nov 2007

Carole Lombard makes it look so easy. Breezy, funny, and delightful.

This review of My Man Godfrey (1936) was written by Nicole S on 12 Nov 2007.

My Man Godfrey has generally received very positive reviews.

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My love for screwball comedies is unyielding, and My Man Godfrey furthers that notion. A true masterpiece in both comedy and drama…

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By Carlos M (2,069) on 04 Nov 2016

A wonderful timeless classic comedy that everybody should see. William Powell is superb as Godfrey in this moving tale of redemption…

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Fantastic, Powell, Auer, and Lombard steal the show…

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