Product: Father of the Bride [VHS] (1950)
Rating: 5.0
Wonderful and Good-natured Film
I've always liked the Steve Martin remake of this film, but have never seen the original. Now that I have, I can honestly say that the remake is nowhere near the quality of this wonderful film. Spencer Tracy as always is amazing in the lead role as Stanley Banks. He singlehandedly carries the film with his "every man" persona, and loads of charm. Liz Taylor shows her acting chops here, at just 18 years of age, and the rest of the cast is just terrific. Direction is by Vincente Minelli is tight and lively. He keeps things moving, even though the film may have a leisurely pace. I highly recommend it to anyone who longs for the innocence of the days long gone.