Hoberman, J.
Duck Soup (BFI Film Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781839022258
- author:
- Hoberman, J.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- British Film Institute/BBC
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 104
- Dimensions:
- 24 x 7.8 x 0.7 centimetres (0.11
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Performing Arts, Film & Video,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Duck Soup: A Study in Satire and Comedy. The Marx Brothers' 1933 film Duck Soup is widely regarded as their most quintessential comedy. Initially met with critical failure and box-office disappointment, the movie's reputation has undergone a remarkable transformation over the years. This study by J. Hoberman explores the film's history, tracing its rise to cult status in the 1960s when its anarchic humor seemed again timely. Hoberman places Duck Soup alongside other comedies that share similar themes and styles, including Dr. Strangelove, The Beatles films, Morgan!, The President's Analyst, and The Producers. His analysis provides a historical and political context for the film, drawing on primary sources to shed light on its production history and initial reception. Through this in-depth examination, Hoberman sheds new light on Duck Soup's enduring status as a comedy masterpiece, recognizing its influence on later filmmakers such as Woody Allen.
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