Edward Buzzell
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Song of the Thin Man
In this sixth and final Thin Man film, the party is over. None of the fun of the series’ early films remains. We could always count on Nick and Nora to gracefully navigate the mysteries that fell in their laps with wit and aplomb (and of course a healthy dose of liquor). Above all else, it was their surefootedness and levity that made them endearing. Song of the Thin Man abandons these traits, setting them… See more →
Heading out to the Thin Man marathon at the Brattle Theatre, hoping Mr. Giggle Factory from last night doesn't sit directly behind me again.
The last-minute discovery of local screenings of several Thin Man films suddenly made this a proper weekend.