Barbara Brown, Broderick Crawford, Claire Carleton
Judy Holliday's Oscar-winning performance is just one of the reasons to watch this terrific 1950 comedy, which is equally acclaimed for its deliciously witty screenplay (based on Garson Kanin's long-r...( read more
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DVD Release Date: February 15, 2000
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May 28, 2008Another fantastic romantic comedy from the golden age, Born Yesterday is actually rather more sophisticated than most, as it involves social satire and political commentary as well. The sparkling dialogue and seamless direction by George Cukor (the gin rummy scene is comedy gold)...( read more)
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October 18, 2007Funny, funny movie! And smart. Holliday is the ultimate platinum blond ditz without any social grace that all future ones are based on. William Holden is also a favorite of mine. I love the characters he plays including this one.
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October 15, 2008'Born Yesterday' And Hilarious Today
In the ultimate dumb blonde role, Judy Holliday nailed it. The almost-silent gin rummy sequence between her & Broderick Crawford is a gem. Great script. -
November 28, 2009This is a truly wonderful film, the character development is outstanding, the screenplay sublime, the acting is a dream come true. Judy Holliday is perfectly cast, as is Broderick Crawford. William Holden is appropriately subdued. So many classic scenes, like the gin rummy scene ...( read more)
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August 24, 2009Completely pointles and stupid. Holliday DID NOT, DID NOT deserve the Oscar.
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August 4, 2009this must have propelled the feminist movement of that time. A great display of civil disobedience, this absolute classique is about coming to know oneself, growing as a person, and eventually doing the right thing. Bravo Judy Holliday!
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February 21, 2009Amazing movie. Judy Holliday puts on an amazing performance that's unforgettable. A must see.
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January 18, 2009Judy Holliday, Best Actress, 1950, as "Billie Dawn" in "Born Yesterday".
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