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Basil Rathbone, Des Molloy, Dianne Foster, Dick Molloy, Donald Crisp
Id: 10899175
spencer tracy in a political satire as a mayor trying to get in for another term of some state. put together by the most famous over-rated director john ford. the only vechile is tracy who is a blatently interesting performer. i felt this was missing wit though and maybe a sharp ...( read more)
A good political film about a mayor running for his 5th and last election. This is not a great political film, but Tracy gives a good performance. It could have been better if they would have focused more on the political change that TV was inflicting on modern politics. The fil...( read more)
Exceptional John Ford drama, helped immesurably by an incredible cast of veteran actors. Spencer Tracy is terrific as always. John Ford's direction is very subdued, giving the film a very interesting feel - it is never melodramatic. Nice black and white cinematography, well edite...( read more)
Very fine film with a typically great Tracy performance, cunning and wily. Jeffrey Hunter scores strongly as the nephew. Well directed.
"The Last Hurrah" is a must see for Political Professionals If you are engaged in practical politics then the "The Last Hurrah" is a must for you. If you enjoy watching people or enjoy the company of people then you will enjoy the new characters that you will meet in the "Last Hu...( read more)
Spencer Tracy is fantastic as the Tamanny Hall style Irish politician fighting his final election - great cast, great characterisations
