Rating: - Do you like Keenan Wynn?
A must have if you already own the other Thin Man movies and are a fan of William Powell and Myrna Loy. Keenan Wynn is the treat in this movie. Without his performance the movie would not hold up. What a great actor he was. In my opinion he steals the show.
Rating: - So long, Asta
Elsewhere in this space I have praised to the sky Dashiell Hammet's contribution to American literature through innovative improvements in the detective genre. That remains true. I have also praised the original film of the Thin Man here as well. But in the present review we are down to the sixth and last sequel in this series and it shows. Gone is the bright repartee between Nick (played by William Powell) and Nora (played by Myrna Loy) that made the original work. As the series progressed these characteristic charms took a beating until at the end the two are basically working separate beats.
The plot here involves a murdered small time jazz bandleader who has admirers (mainly female) but also some deadly enemies. Nick and Nora are drawn into this one by an acquaintance who has recently married a local gambling boss who, as the bandleader's employer, turns out to be a prime suspect. The fight for `truth ... Read More
Rating: - "That's an old saying I just made up."
Song of the Thin Man is the last film of the highly popular detective series starring William Powell and Myrna Loy as Nick and Nora Charles. Here, the couple is dragged into another murder case when a man is killed at a popular nighclub. It seems that he was involved with several women and owed a few debts. He could have been killed by anyone, and the evidence points to several people. Inevitably, just when the duo gets close to solving the case, something happens to throw them off course.
It is obvious that the leading stars have aged quite a bit since the first film in the series, but this is appropriate with the story. There are references to their longtime involvement in solving crimes, and their dog Asta has found a loving companion in the Charles son, Nick Jr. (Dean Stockwell). This is a movie about a family, which appeals to sentimental types, but it includes jazz and action for other audiences. There ... Read More
Rating: - Swan Song of the Thin Man
The film shows a gambling ship used for a charity event. The Charles' play and win at roulette. The band leader has an issue with the lead clarinet player. This band leader owes a pile of money ($12,000) that must be paid back soon - or else. A man enters a cabin to break into a locked chest. A gun shoots him. The murder of Tommy Drake makes front page news. At home Nicky Jr. must practice the piano, not play baseball. His refusal calls for a spanking.
Phil Brant is wanted for the murder. He just got married to a wealthy heiress. After they arrive at the Charles' the police show up to arrest him. Nick explains his reasons. So now Nick will investigate the murder. Nick visits the gambling ship to view the crime scene. [Note how a double is used for stunts and rough action.] The film shows musicians gathering for a good time. No drinking or smoking for these hep cats. Has a receipt for $12,000 gone up in smoke? ... Read More
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