An incorrigible ladies' man is sent to Paris to lure a wealthy widow back home, where her taxes will keep their tiny country solvent. Of the three Lubitsch-Chevalier-MacDonald teamings, this may be the funniest, although it is extremely difficult to choose. It's definitely the most beautiful to look at, with sumptuous sets, beautiful costumes and exquisite cinematography. Maurice and Jeanette were a wonderful team in the early days of the Hollywood musical and this film is a terrific example of their appeal. Jeanette never looked more ravishing than she does in this film. Beautiful Franz Lehar & Lorenz Hart tunes (including the stunningly staged "The Merry Widow Waltz")are the icing on this Lubitsch cake.
Review of The Merry Widow
