Review of The Awful Truth (1937) by Graham B — 11 May 2013

This is truly one of the great screwball comedies. Perfectly observed subtle comedy combined with sharp witty dialogue and a showcase of slapstick and bedroom farce. Both Irene Dunne and Cary Grant are exceptional in the lead roles, but the film is fleshed out with a wealth of witty supporting roles. Allegedly, the comedy was greatly improvised from day to day making it even greater in my opinion.

Leo McCarey's direction has produced a masterpiece in comic timing. It's wonderfully paced. The comedy is both subtle sand broad and the tenderly sweet ending is very touching and rounds out a great ride.