Duck Soup (1933)

Duck Soup (click here to add to your queue) should be right up my alley. It's satire, it's old, Groucho is an asshole. It's supposed to be a classic of early cinema, and I can see why a lot of people say that. Personally, it just didn't live up to the hype. I'm a bit of a film geek. When I hear a movie is supposed to be awesome or important from a historical point of view I jump up and down till my panties get all in a bunch. If I was there and living through the bullshit of depression times I'd probably have an entirely different opinion of how important this film is. I wasn't though. Despite the brilliance of Groucho's one-liners there wasn't much else that made me enjoy this movie.

I can't say this is a great movie as much as I want to. What I can say is that Groucho Marx is the undisputed king of one-liners. If these make you bust a gut, watch this movie. Here's a sample:

Say! You haven't stopped talking since we got here! You must have been vaccinated with a phonograph needle.

Will you marry me? Do you have any money? Answer the second question first.

Notables from every country are gathered here in your honor. This is a gala day for you.
Well, a gal a day is enough for me. I don't think I could handle any more. 

I could dance with you until the cows come home. On second thought, I'd rather dance with the cows till you come home. 

The Standard 5:

Why is it in your queue? I wanted to sample the Marx Brothers.

Is it artsy? No.

Best thing about the movie? One-liners.

What mood should I be in to watch this movie? In a mood to talk too fast and be funnier than you are.

What rating did you give it on Netflix? 3 stars.

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