Review of Sullivan's Travels (1941) by Neal W — 21 Feb 2008
A soulful slap in the face to Hollywood and its brutish approach to any sensitive issue. In this case, poverty. A fine balance of powerful commentary, slapstick, and dialogue delivered with gunpowder flair. Sturges pairs up Joel McRea and Vernonica Lake as Hollywood expatriates in search of something more. For McRea's character, Sullivan, his journey takes him into a 'living hell' that is shocking when compared to the first half of the film's tone.
Almost approaches a southern gothic horror tone in the church sequence - until Mickey Mouse appears. A sweet and salty film, and one of Sturges' finest moments.
This review of Sullivan's Travels (1941) was written by Neal W on 21 Feb 2008.
Sullivan's Travels has generally received very positive reviews.
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