The Philadelphia Story

Anyhow, as for the cast, it couldn't be any better. Cary Grant, Katherine Hepburn, and Jimmy Stewart - that says it all. Furthermore, they each give performances in TPS that could be considered among the best in their respective careers (which says a lot).

Cary Grant adds surprising depth to the role of C.K. Dexter Haven - his sly, funny glances and quick comebacks steal scene after scene! He is a talented comedian who made it look easy: but, as usual, he was ignored by the Academy Awards. Katherine
Hepburn also does a wonderful job. She, with her aristocratic voice and haughty, proud looks, is perfectly suited to the role of Tracy Lord. Last, but not least, Jimmy Stewart is very funny as the sarcastic reporter.

The DVD is great, but you don't need to get it for the special features. The movie itself is a must have!

Rating: 5 - a real classic
Katharine Hepburn, Cary Grant and James Stewart star in THE PHILADELPHIA STORY, one of the defining motion pictures of the golden era.

Tracy Lord (Hepburn) is about to re-marry, but the reappearance of her ex (Grant) and the prowling reporters intent on digging up some juicy gossip (Stewart and Ruth Hussey), all add the turmoil to the proceedings.

When a sloshed Tracy takes a swim with the equally-intoxicated reporter, it only serves to shake up the situation, while her ex keeps getting closer.

After being labelled "box office poison" after a string of flops which included SYLVIA SCARLETT and CHRISTOPHER STRONG, she made her comeback in this film. After starring in the role on Broadway, she was given the film rights and made sure she was cast in the role when the time came for the movie. She wanted Spencer Tracy but instead was given Cary Grant, but she was delighted all the same.

Also included is the original theatrical trailer and the documentary KATHARINE HEPBURN - ALL ABOUT ME, which was made in 1992, where she talks about her movies, Spencer Tracy and her family life.

A great buy indeed.

Rating: 5 - The perfect romantic comedy and an absolute classic
The Philadelphia Story is an amazing film. It is based on the play by Phillip Barry and chronicles the last couple of days before Tracy Samantha Lord (Katharine Hepburn) is to be married. She had been previously married to C.K. Dexter Haven (Cary Grant) and he is forced into blackmailing Ms. Lord for the purpose of letting two reporters (Ruth Hussey in an excellent supporting role and James Stewart in a flawless, Academy Award winning performance) from the Tabloid "Spy Magazine" into the Lord home to cover the wedding. The reporters do not know that they have been found out for who they are and thus begins a marvelous game involving psychological and class warfare, romance, and even a little drunkedness. Incredible perfomances especially by Hepburn, Grant, and Stewart as well as a terrific screenplay and superb direction from George Cukor make The Philadelphia Story easily one of the best films in American History. If you are a fan of any of the three big stars in this film and have not bought this yet, I enthusiastically recommend that you do so today!

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