Arsenic and Old Lace | 
 enlarge | Director: Frank Capra
Actors: Cary Grant, Josephine Hull, Jean Adair, Raymond Massey, Peter Lorre
Studio: Turner Home Ent
Category: DVD
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Rating:  175 reviews
Sales Rank: 220
Format: Black & White, Closed-captioned, Dvd-video, Ntsc
Languages: English (Subtitled), French (Subtitled), English (Original Language)
Rating: NR (Not Rated)
Number Of Items: 1
Running Time: 118
Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.4 x 5.6 x 0.6
MPN: D65025D
ISBN: 0790743949
UPC: 012569502529
EAN: 9780790743943
ASIN: 0790743949
Theatrical Release Date: September 23, 1944
Release Date: August 29, 2000
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Frank Capra made this film in 1941 before he went off to make films for America's war effort, but it wasn't released until 1944. Adapted from the hit play by Joseph Kesselring, this frantic black comedy shows Capra at his best as a master of mood and timing. Actresses Josephine Hull and Jean Adair reprise their Broadway performances as two gentle old ladies who poison men with elderberry wine to put them out of their misery. Cary Grant plays one nephew, a normal guy who just gets wind of their little hobby and tries to get them to stop, while Raymond Massey plays another, a villain just escaped from jail. Capra encourages the cast, especially Grant, to give a somewhat more outsized performance than one might expect. But made during the war years as it was, this overstated comic approach to killing was probably cathartic. --Tom Keogh
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You'll die laughing! Frank Capra directs Cary Grant, Raymond Massey, Peter Lorre and stellar cast in the hit Broadway farce about a nutcase family with well-intentioned homicidal tendencies.
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 Arsenic and Old Lace August 24, 2008
Cannot go wrong with Cary Grant in this crazy comedy. Love to watch it during Halloween. The old ladies are too much fun. Highly recommend.
I love this movie August 2, 2008
I absolutely love this movie, and the main reason is Cary Grant. My only regret where Cary Grant is concerned is that I wasn't alive when his pictures were actually shown in theaters! But then, I wouldn't get to enjoy them over and over again on my DVDs. No one Hollywood has to offer today can ever expect to hope to touch him for talent or looks. I even have my 12- and 10-year-old nieces begging to watch this and "Bringing Up Baby" over and over again! Even a kid knows quality when they see it.
Anyway, this movie also has a great ensemble cast, and despite the plot revolving around death and murder, is somehow sweet and endearing. Lucky for us, it showcases the beautiful, but very underrated, Priscilla Lane. For some reason, it seems she got lost in the '40's shuffle of beautiful blondes. If you want to catch her again, get "Sabateour", a dilly from Hitchcock, also starring Bob Cummings. I personally think they have more chemistry than she and Grant, if that's possible.
Its my Halloween Tradition June 16, 2008
I have loved this movie since I was a kid. Every Halloween I put this film in and watch as I have my dinner. Old fashion but great fun. If you enjoy old comedies give this one a try.
Great classic! June 15, 2008
Comedic Cary Grant at his best. You are really missing out if you haven't seen this one yet.
Recemmended purchase June 12, 2008
If you want to watch a funny movie with a great cast, look no further. This is classic Cary Grant and boy does he carry it off.
The dvd is in great condition and were delivered quickly. Thanks for the great service.
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