You're so right, Jim, this is Jimmy at his best! Such a crazy movie, and he fits right in!! Love Mary Wickes, too! Thanks so very much--another day brightener, for sure!! :))
Two of the greatest scene stealers in film history Monty Woolley & Jimmy Durante, I purchased this film years ago for Bette Davis and ended up a lifelong fan of both these wonderful characters.
"Ahhh bon-bons!" This is one of my favorite Christmas movies ever, along with Christmas Vacation and The Nightmare Before Christmas, because I am cultured, and I have eclectic taste! Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night! 🥂🎄
@@julianbrown1092 It's a George Kaufman play that doesn't translate into modern times. Ever see "You can't take it with you". He is what bad tv sitcoms are today.
@@alg11297 This was a representation of Harpo Marx, an actor whose real life made this play look like Ibsen. Harpo, you will remember, was a total madcap and he almost never spoke on screen because of some ill-considered words and a theater owner who took the opportunity to torch the place. His brothers decided it was safer if they didn't let him speak..
Always loved Jimmy, he was part of my childhood, his stuff was always hilarious to me and my brother I also remember the nurse in a few other movies, she was a legend in her own right, can't remember her name though. Didn't know the other guy Epic Entertainers in those days, no comparisons now, they're all one trick ponies compared with the greats
@@nipstertunes I just posted on another Durante video about another comment I read years ago from someone who grew up in Hollywood in the 50s/60s. He remembered trick or treating in the celebrities neighborhoods. Mostly the candy was handed out by maids and butlers, but Jimmy Durante was always on his front porch all evening, giving candy to kids and telling jokes. Makes me think he really wasn't acting in the movies.
Hiya, Barry, it's me, your fellow member of The Dead Comedians Society! Yes, an obvious take on Harpo -- except he's mute, while "Banjo" never shuts the heck up! 🤣🤣🤣
@LoveTheOConnor Hi Heather! Yes, that scene in the film just cracks me up every time I see it! Who else but Mr. Durante could pull that one off! Ha! Great Stuff! Thank you so much for watching and I am so glad that it brightened your day! Jim
Not to be outdone by Groucho in Animial Crackers as Captain Spaulding, singing "I must be going": I'll stay a week or two, I'll stay the summer through, But I'm telling you, I must be going. In Harpo's autobiography, he says he answered the door of his home one day and Oscar Levant barged in and didn't leave for 3 months. On the plus side, Levant would play anything on the piano that Harpo requested, at any time. So the uninvited but still enjoyable house guest theme was very popular at the time.
How times have changed. The wonderful Durante's first entrance coupled with a sexual assault, all played for laughs. This play is just about unproduceable today.
It was revived on stage a few years back starring Nathan Lane as Whiteside...and no it didn't quite work. The film holds up for what it is but it only still works as a window into a different time.
I’ve seen a few comments quote the “come to my room in a half hour and bring some rye bread.” I chuckled when I heard that line. What does he mean? I think he is using “rye bread” as a code word for “Rye Whisky.” The 1920’s Prohibition Era (against selling alcohol) led to alcohol drinkers using slang terms for booze. That’s how I see it. You may see it differently.
@steadmanuhlich6734 This movie was released in 1942 so prohibition was no longer a thing. To me, and I have to assume, to other commentators as well, it was just a hilarious line because it was such a random thing to ask one to bring to their room. And besides I highly doubt the folks visiting the local speak easy were asking for loaves of rye bread to be brought to their rooms!
*** "The Man Who Came to Dinner" does not deny its origins. Based on a comedy playwrights George S. Kaufman of and Moss Hart, the film is almost a filmed theater. Most of the scenes takes place on the premises of the residence of the Stanley family, where the man who came to dinner (Monty Woolley) bedevils the secretariat of life (Bette Davis) and residents. The early stages of the plot are very interesting, because of the personality of the renowned Sheridan Whiteside (Monty Woolley), whose arrogance is not combines with its image of beloved celebrity and admired by all. The character would have been based on Alexander Woollcott, an American critic. The rudeness that Whiteside shoots in all directions collide and cause laughter in the audience, but become tiresome over the 112 minutes of plot. In my view, the theatrical environment and excess dialogues end up compromising the pace of the film. Bette wanted to make a minor role imagining star opposite John Barrymore, but the great actor going through a period of decadence due to alcoholism and not considered appropriate to take a complex character who appears in almost all sequences of production.
@ArizonaWillful So you do realize this was a movie right? I mean, yes things were different back in 1942, however everyone read the script which was based on a popular play, and it was a screwball comedy, plus it came out in post code Hollywood, where an on screen kiss could not last longer than 3 seconds. Also, this was released in a time when there was zero nudity, no one was shown in their under garments even, and couples were not allowed to be shown in the same bed together, among other things. So in some ways things were very tame, yet people like us women folks, and folks of color, and folks in the LGBT+ community did not have basic rights. But as far as mainstream Hollywood movies were concerned, the things depicted on the silver screen were entertaining and tasteful. You wouldn't have to worry about your young children being exposed to adult language and content. So some things in society were awful, at least the pictures reflected a bit decency that was enjoyable for everyone, and one cannot say the same for today's entertainment.
You're so right, Jim, this is Jimmy at his best! Such a crazy movie, and he fits right in!! Love Mary Wickes, too! Thanks so very much--another day brightener, for sure!! :))
Probably the most beloved entertainer in showbiz history.
Love this so much, reminds me of my mum, she loved schnozzle Durante, don't know why exactly
Two of the greatest scene stealers in film history Monty Woolley & Jimmy Durante, I purchased this film years ago for Bette Davis and ended up a lifelong fan of both these wonderful characters.
''Come to my room in a half hour, and bring some Rye bread''
Jimmy is a darling😍😍😍
"Ahhh bon-bons!"
This is one of my favorite Christmas movies ever, along with Christmas Vacation and The Nightmare Before Christmas, because I am cultured, and I have eclectic taste!
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night! 🥂🎄
Possibly the most perverted-sounding line in all of the code-period pictures: "Come to my room in a half-hour, and bring some rye bread!"
Mostly cause it doesn't mean anything. It is just the sound. He could have easily said "some bread" and it still wouldn't work.
I can’t figure out the rye bread reference. I’m so inartistic. Can you help?
@@julianbrown1092 It's a George Kaufman play that doesn't translate into modern times. Ever see "You can't take it with you". He is what bad tv sitcoms are today.
alg11297 watched it again, this week!
@@alg11297 This was a representation of Harpo Marx, an actor whose real life made this play look like Ibsen. Harpo, you will remember, was a total madcap and he almost never spoke on screen because of some ill-considered words and a theater owner who took the opportunity to torch the place. His brothers decided it was safer if they didn't let him speak..
Thanx for uploading this, its GOLD
"Did ya ever have the feelin that ya wanted to go..."
Luuuuuv it
Wonderful scene from some very talented people from days gone by. Thank you so much for watching it and for your comments!
Jim
Always loved Jimmy, he was part of my childhood, his stuff was always hilarious to me and my brother
I also remember the nurse in a few other movies, she was a legend in her own right, can't remember her name though.
Didn't know the other guy
Epic Entertainers in those days, no comparisons now, they're all one trick ponies compared with the greats
@@nipstertunes I just posted on another Durante video about another comment I read years ago from someone who grew up in Hollywood in the 50s/60s. He remembered trick or treating in the celebrities neighborhoods. Mostly the candy was handed out by maids and butlers, but Jimmy Durante was always on his front porch all evening, giving candy to kids and telling jokes.
Makes me think he really wasn't acting in the movies.
Come to my room in a 1/2 hr and don’t forget the rye bread
Yes, only Durante could come up with that line. Ha! Thanks for watching.
"Banjo" was based on Harpo Marx, who was a close friend of George S. Kaufman, who co-wrote the original play the film is based on.
Hiya, Barry, it's me, your fellow member of The Dead Comedians Society!
Yes, an obvious take on Harpo -- except he's mute, while "Banjo" never shuts the heck up! 🤣🤣🤣
Don't forget Harpo was also a close friend of Alexander Woollcott, on whom Sherridan Whiteside is based.
hahahaha I absolutely adore this movie!
Me too,Lynsee...It's my favorite.
I just adore Mary Wickes!
Yeah She was a "Plain Jane and some Dame"! Couldn't help not the lover.
Jimmy Duranty is so funny. I used to watch his TV show. Sweet man
@YCSMusic2 Old Masters is a good description Steve! I love these old films. Thanks so much for watching!
Jim
Listen to his heartfelt renditions of Gospel favorites on his "Songs For Sunday" album. Very moving.
I laugh every time I see this! @0:34
"Don't be afraid of my hot, Spanish blood!"
@azw596 A one of a kind performer, for sure! He always made me laugh. Thanks so much for watching!
Jim
Inka Dinka Doo (theme)
@LoveTheOConnor Hi Heather! Yes, that scene in the film just cracks me up every time I see it! Who else but Mr. Durante could pull that one off! Ha! Great Stuff! Thank you so much for watching and I am so glad that it brightened your day!
Jim
It's goin' strong, in south Chicago. That's the dance called the Umbriago!!
Not to be outdone by Groucho in Animial Crackers as Captain Spaulding, singing "I must be going":
I'll stay a week or two,
I'll stay the summer through,
But I'm telling you,
I must be going.
In Harpo's autobiography, he says he answered the door of his home one day and Oscar Levant barged in and didn't leave for 3 months. On the plus side, Levant would play anything on the piano that Harpo requested, at any time.
So the uninvited but still enjoyable house guest theme was very popular at the time.
My dear😍😍😍
Funny
I see Kristen Schaal playing the nurse in a remake. Just my own casting.
Not an actor/comedian alive that could keep up with Jimmy Durante
Jimmy Durante always gives it at least 110%
My aunt was Mary Wickes’ exact lookalike. She had looked equally dumbfounded to be welcomed that way.
How times have changed. The wonderful Durante's first entrance coupled with a sexual assault, all played for laughs. This play is just about unproduceable today.
As are any normal human beings…
It was revived on stage a few years back starring Nathan Lane as Whiteside...and no it didn't quite work. The film holds up for what it is but it only still works as a window into a different time.
Back when people still had a sense of humor and fun.
I’ve seen a few comments quote the “come to my room in a half hour and bring some rye bread.” I chuckled when I heard that line. What does he mean? I think he is using “rye bread” as a code word for “Rye Whisky.” The 1920’s Prohibition Era (against selling alcohol) led to alcohol drinkers using slang terms for booze. That’s how I see it. You may see it differently.
@steadmanuhlich6734
This movie was released in 1942 so prohibition was no longer a thing. To me, and I have to assume, to other commentators as well, it was just a hilarious line because it was such a random thing to ask one to bring to their room.
And besides I highly doubt the folks visiting the local speak easy were asking for loaves of rye bread to be brought to their rooms!
Is that Kristen Schaal's grandmother?
G'wan Home, Yer Mudder's Callin'
I see this scene in my stepmother is alien movie
That’s how I discovered it when I was a kid
@@GenericWhiteBitch1980 how cool is that
@@GenericWhiteBitch1980 Me too! 🙂
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 That raspy voice and his big nose
*** "The Man Who Came to Dinner" does not deny its origins. Based on a comedy playwrights George S. Kaufman of and Moss Hart, the film is almost a filmed theater. Most of the scenes takes place on the premises of the residence of the Stanley family, where the man who came to dinner (Monty Woolley) bedevils the secretariat of life (Bette Davis) and residents.
The early stages of the plot are very interesting, because of the personality of the renowned Sheridan Whiteside (Monty Woolley), whose arrogance is not combines with its image of beloved celebrity and admired by all. The character would have been based on Alexander Woollcott, an American critic.
The rudeness that Whiteside shoots in all directions collide and cause laughter in the audience, but become tiresome over the 112 minutes of plot. In my view, the theatrical environment and excess dialogues end up compromising the pace of the film.
Bette wanted to make a minor role imagining star opposite John Barrymore, but the great actor going through a period of decadence due to alcoholism and not considered appropriate to take a complex character who appears in almost all sequences of production.
Put that women down, that's my nurse you mental delinquent!
Bum-bumps?
Can you imagine Durante sweeping a woman off her feet like that now? She'd have him in Court the next day suing for assault.
Yeah some Women wouldn't be grateful, they wouldn't be grateful if a Man would paid them some attention weather it is was spontaneous or not!
It was aggressive but she held her own against him.
@ArizonaWillful
So you do realize this was a movie right?
I mean, yes things were different back in 1942, however everyone read the script which was based on a popular play, and it was a screwball comedy, plus it came out in post code Hollywood, where an on screen kiss could not last longer than 3 seconds.
Also, this was released in a time when there was zero nudity, no one was shown in their under garments even, and couples were not allowed to be shown in the same bed together, among other things.
So in some ways things were very tame, yet people like us women folks, and folks of color, and folks in the LGBT+ community did not have basic rights.
But as far as mainstream Hollywood movies were concerned, the things depicted on the silver screen were entertaining and tasteful. You wouldn't have to worry about your young children being exposed to adult language and content.
So some things in society were awful, at least the pictures reflected a bit decency that was enjoyable for everyone, and one cannot say the same for today's entertainment.
He is literally film noir personified
Film noir? How so?
No, that's not what film noir means.
Jimmy D. would be more like 'screwball comedy', personified.
YOU'RE SCREWBALL COMEDY PERSONIFIED!