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Emelie 2022-03-23 09:01:54
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
One of Frank Capra's classics, about an idealized youth trying to change the corruption of the U.S. Senate.
Mr. Smith, who was selected for the Senate's temporary vacancy for a seriously ill senator, came to the Capitol to be overwhelmed by a horde of corrupt politicians, yet he stood by his... -
Johnson 2021-12-09 08:01:20
American dream
It is said that Frank Capra himself is an American dream, and James Stewart also has the temperament of pursuing immortal freedom and faith that seems to be exclusive to the United States. So when Capra saw Stewart who was humble and never publicized on the set, he found out. His...
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Karlie 2022-03-27 09:01:06
The scheduling is charming, but the theme and plot are so childish, a Leo Chaplin-like feel. Talking about democratic constitutions and patriotism is interesting enough, but not credible. This film should be a typical American theme pull~
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Kasey 2022-03-27 09:01:06
I don't think I can say anything. . . Jimmy Stewart is so handsome in the final parliamentary scene - the final duel of a desperate Don Quixote. Although the movie gave hope at the end, it is still a movie full of despair. How many bad guys can we hope to find out in good conscience, and how many Jeff Smiths can be found innocent? (Finally, Jimmy is so tender at this time)
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington quotes
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[last lines]
Clarissa Saunders: [shouts] Yippee!
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Clarissa Saunders: When Foley died, why didn't I clear out? How many times have you heard me say "I'm fed up with politics and I"... No, I let him talk me into staying. Secretary to a leader of little squirts! Why? Because I need the job and a new suit of clothes!
Diz Moore: Would you settle for a husband?
Clarissa Saunders: Mmm, I sure would!
[suddenly realizes he's referring to himself]
Clarissa Saunders: Huh?
Diz Moore: You know my old standing offer. Diz Moore, poet of Washington correspondents.
Clarissa Saunders: [smiling] Oh, that again.
Diz Moore: I'd cherish you - and I'd stay sober.
Clarissa Saunders: Oh, Diz, you're a wonderful egg. I don't know, maybe if I saw you once with your hair combed or something...
[Diz sheepishly finger combs his hair]
Clarissa Saunders: [laughs] No, I don't even think that would do it.