Subtitle says it all, really.
Fav brother? Fav movie? Fav quote?
While I have a plethora of favourite quotes and moments from their works, I'd like to start the thread off with some trivia!
I recently found this interesting documentary on Groucho Marx in particular; saddest part: "he needed a Groucho Marx to cheer him up"
And while I was aware of the effect that his mother's outspoken favouritism of his brothers over him had on his general attitude towards women, I wasn't aware of his understanding of Margaret Dumont's contribution to their work and her ability; he even made reference to the perception he had of her, that she did indeed play his "straight man," however she "never quite got the joke.," in his Honorary Oscar acceptance speech (so weird seeing him in colour in his later appearances!).
Actually, Margaret Dumont found him quite hilarious, but was aware of her responsibilities as the "straight" woman to Groucho:
"I’m not a stooge, I’m a straight lady—the best in Hollywood. There is an art to playing the straight role. You must build up your man but never top him, never steal the laughs.”
(https://sistercelluloid.com/2015/08/14/heres-to-margaret-dumont-who-always-got-the-joke/)
Strangely enough, he also went on to credit Chico his straight man, which seems strange to me, as I think it was Chico who would turn Groucho himself into the straight man (one of the things I love about the Marx Brothers is their flexibility in their dynamics with each other as characters!).
(https://birthmoviesdeath.com/2016/0...ance-between-groucho-marx-and-margaret-dumont)
Article regarding this elasticity found! https://birthmoviesdeath.com/2014/08/13/the-brilliant-elasticity-of-the-marx-brothers
As for Chico, besides his marvelous piano skills, I found that particular anecdote about the zealous gambler's attempt at being more "polite" with the ladies quite amusing--
(meeting Tallulah Bankhead and having been begged to conduct himself with more grace and charm than he usually did towards "broads and cards," as he called women and gambling)
"Hello, Miss Bankhead, ” said Chico.
Tallulah: “Nice to meet you, Mr Marx.”
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
Chico: “You know, I really want to fuck you.”
Tallulah: “And so you shall, you old fashioned boy.”
More about Chico's being the "party boy" of the group--
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Even had to put him on an allowance, and if I recall correctly, "A Night in Casablanca" was made with his precarious financial position in mind!
I'll have to dig up some of my favourite articles about Harpo and Zeppo, just wanted to get this thread started quickly!
Fav brother? Fav movie? Fav quote?
While I have a plethora of favourite quotes and moments from their works, I'd like to start the thread off with some trivia!
I recently found this interesting documentary on Groucho Marx in particular; saddest part: "he needed a Groucho Marx to cheer him up"
And while I was aware of the effect that his mother's outspoken favouritism of his brothers over him had on his general attitude towards women, I wasn't aware of his understanding of Margaret Dumont's contribution to their work and her ability; he even made reference to the perception he had of her, that she did indeed play his "straight man," however she "never quite got the joke.," in his Honorary Oscar acceptance speech (so weird seeing him in colour in his later appearances!).
Actually, Margaret Dumont found him quite hilarious, but was aware of her responsibilities as the "straight" woman to Groucho:
"I’m not a stooge, I’m a straight lady—the best in Hollywood. There is an art to playing the straight role. You must build up your man but never top him, never steal the laughs.”
(https://sistercelluloid.com/2015/08/14/heres-to-margaret-dumont-who-always-got-the-joke/)
Strangely enough, he also went on to credit Chico his straight man, which seems strange to me, as I think it was Chico who would turn Groucho himself into the straight man (one of the things I love about the Marx Brothers is their flexibility in their dynamics with each other as characters!).
Article regarding this elasticity found! https://birthmoviesdeath.com/2014/08/13/the-brilliant-elasticity-of-the-marx-brothers
As for Chico, besides his marvelous piano skills, I found that particular anecdote about the zealous gambler's attempt at being more "polite" with the ladies quite amusing--
(meeting Tallulah Bankhead and having been begged to conduct himself with more grace and charm than he usually did towards "broads and cards," as he called women and gambling)
"Hello, Miss Bankhead, ” said Chico.
Tallulah: “Nice to meet you, Mr Marx.”
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
Chico: “You know, I really want to fuck you.”
Tallulah: “And so you shall, you old fashioned boy.”
More about Chico's being the "party boy" of the group--
Chico Marx: The "Italian” Marx Brother
Neatorama presents a guest post from actor, comedian, and voiceover artist Eddie Deezen. Visit Eddie at his website or at Facebook.“There are three things my brother Chico is always on- a phone, a horse or a broad." --Groucho MarxLeonard Marx was born in New York City on March 22, 1887. Leo was...
I'll have to dig up some of my favourite articles about Harpo and Zeppo, just wanted to get this thread started quickly!
