Review of What's Up, Doc? (1972) by Antonio A — 25 Jun 2007

I don't want to make little of the contribution of the director, writer, or two leads in this film, but after my most recent screening, I had to stop and give thanks for the comic genius of the late Madeleine Kahn.

This was Kahn's debut and her portrayal of Eunice Burns is perfect...that is, perfectly hilarious. The wig, the walk, the wavering voice, and the many other subtleties written into this character (including her choice of bedtime reading) complete the persona and I could not help but to think of the talent and perfect timing of Charlie Chaplin when trying to write about Kahn's body of work.

She will be sadly missed.